What Kind of Near-Term Future Do Alts Actually Have in DC Plans?
While the Department of Labor estimated a $178 billion inflow to target-date funds based on its proposed safe harbor, plan...
Tag: ERISA fiduciary duties
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PLANSPONSOR Roadmap: Health Benefit Fiduciary Duties—CAA Deep Dive
Speakers broke down key requirements of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 for health benefit plan sponsors.
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401(k) Savers Deserve Better Than Washington’s Ping-Pong
Why the focus should be on the best ways both to protect job-based retirement and health benefits and to provide...
What Liability Theories Underpin the Latest Group Health Plan Litigation?
Experts answer questions regarding plan sponsor fiduciary duties for health benefits.
PLANSPONSOR Roadmap: Understanding Plan Sponsors’ Fiduciary Duties
Speakers discussed who qualifies as a retirement plan fiduciary and what fiduciary duties entail.
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What a PEP Changes—and What It Doesn’t—for Employers
The Standard’s assistant vice president of retirement plan sales explains an employer’s responsibilities when joining a pooled employer plan.
Bloomberg Sued Over 401(k) Plan Funds That Allegedly Lagged Market
The complaint alleges the company breached fiduciary duties by retaining underperforming investment options that cost employees millions in retirement savings.
Complaint Alleges Elanco US Failed to Monitor Its Adviser’s TDF Selection
The plaintiffs allege a breach of fiduciary duty, since the selected fund consistently underperformed its target.
Magistrate Judge Recommends Dismissal of AT&T PRT Suit
Plaintiffs have standing to sue but did not sufficiently allege a fiduciary breach, a Massachusetts magistrate found.
Does the DOL’s New Self-Correction Option Require a Participant Notice?
Experts from Groom Law Group and CAPTRUST answer questions concerning retirement plan administration and regulations.
Study Finds Fiduciary ‘Red Flags’ Are Widespread for Corporate Plans
Abernathy Daley 401k Consultants' 5500 review finds that most corporate retirement plans have regulatory or fiduciary violations.
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PSNC 2024: Essential QDIA Considerations
Plan sponsors may need additional time and processes to consider qualified default investment alternatives, as various TDFs, managed accounts and...
EBSA Announces Additional Fiduciary Compliance Seminars
The upcoming seminars will be held in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Omaha, Nebraska.
Judge Denies Kimberly-Clark Corp.’s Motion to Dismiss
A retirement plan lawsuit in federal court in Texas will advance against the manufacturer of paper products.
Upcoming EBSA Webinars Will Detail Fiduciary Duties
Three EBSA webinars this month will explain the basics of ERISA fiduciary duties for retirement and health plans.
Benefit Plan Fiduciaries and Service Providers Anticipating New Litigation Risks
Experts say COVID-19 could open the door to new a new category of ERISA lawsuits.
Rush of Litigation Against Retirement Plans Expected to Continue
One insurer says the more than $1 billion in settlements thus far could make fiduciary insurance a thing of the...
Balancing Fiduciary Duty With ESG Demand
As desire for sustainable investments increases, retirement plan sponsors are still cautious about offering ESG funds while regulatory guidance is...
Interpreting Prudence and Loyalty Under ERISA
ERISA attorneys explain the meaning behind both terms and what plan fiduciaries can do to meet the requirements.