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The SEC has been targeting recordkeeper cross-selling practices, but ERISA has its own restrictions that may be violated when a recordkeeper markets to plan participants. What does a recently filed lawsuit against Empower mean for plan sponsors and committees?
Read MoreWill common sense prevail? The Supreme Court will be issuing an opinion on what plaintiffs must plead in their complaints in order to claim that plan service arrangements are prohibited transactions. A decision for defendants could rein in fishing expeditions.
Read MoreJeff Mamorsky provides insights into the recent American Airlines decision on ESG investing from the perspective of his role in the drafting of ERISA.
Read MoreA written cybersecurity policy sets out the framework for fulfilling ERISA fiduciary responsibilities.
Read MoreHere’s a list of changes we’d like to see in 2025.
Read MorePlan fiduciaries need to secure in-house data and investigate their outside vendors’ procedures.
Read MorePlaintiffs want a retrial to change a jury’s determination that there were no damages from a fiduciary breach involving Yale’s retirement plan. The DOL supports them. Which standard applies?.
Read MoreHere are some developments that could change things for the better in 2024.
Read MoreThe fiduciary responsibility to review the reasonableness of plan compensation extends to indirect compensation. Failure to do so can result in a non-exempt prohibited transaction.
Read MoreWe invite you to join us on 9/7 for answers to your questions about fiduciary liability insurance.
Read MoreUniversities have been targeted in excessive fee lawsuits. Many have resulted in costly setlements, but good practices can help.
Read MoreTwo recently introduced bills would restrict or discourage classes of retirement plan investments. Is this the right policy?
Read MoreHSAs aren’t subject to ERISA if you follow the Department of Labor’s roadmap.
Read MoreA recent Supreme Court decision on agency powers could affect Department of Labor guidance. Carol Buckmann explains the possible impact in this article.
Read MoreMandatory arbitration of ERISA claims could curb class action litigation, but open issues remain. Careful drafting is a must.
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