Surety Entitled to Demand Collateral from Bonded Contractor

A surety acted within the terms of a bond agreement when it demanded collateral from the bonded contractor to cover claims and claim defense. The surety was also entitled to settle claims and take over the work without the consent of the bonded contractor.

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