When a court issues a judgment, the losing party may choose to appeal the decision. However, filing an appeal does not automatically stop the enforcement of the judgment. In many cases, courts require a supersedeas bond to pause enforcement while the appeal is being reviewed. Supersedeas bonds are common in appellate litigation, but the requirements […]

When a court issues a judgment, the losing party may decide to challenge that decision through an appeal. However, filing an appeal does not automatically stop the enforcement of the judgment. In many cases, the court will require an appeal bond before the appeal can move forward. Appeal bonds are a common part of litigation, […]

A supersedeas bond in Texas covers the cost of a money judgment and court fees, in order to stay a judgment during an appeal process. Without using a surety bond, a defendant is required to immediately settle the judgment with the plaintiff. Clients may be hopeful that they will not need the appeal process, some […]