The Ten Percent Was Never Law: Inside the $69 Million Settlement
July 15, 2026
CONTRIBUTOR
Wade Caldwell
Markets and Surety
Wade Caldwell writes about the surety market, underwriting, and the tools that keep bond offices running.
- surety bonds
- bail technology
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