DOL Hosts Public Hearing on QPAM Proposal
The commentators and DOL representatives had stark disagreements on the implications of some the proposal’s provisions.
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Proposed Settlement Would Cost Juniper Networks $3 million
Juniper agreed to a proposed settlement dismissing allegations they mismanaged their sponsored retirement plan; judicial approval still required.
DOL Rejects ForUsAll’s ‘Tactical Retreat’ in Crypto Retirement Case
The DOL shot back at 401(k) provider ForUsAll’s offer to drop its suit if the court confirmed a DOL warning...
SPARK Releases Updated Data Security Best Practices
Updates were developed by SPARK Institutes data security oversight board, are consistent with the DOL best practices.
DOL: Plan Sponsors in PEPs Don’t Necessarily Need to Purchase Fidelity Bond
The department of labor clarified in a response letter some of the responsibility and costs that plan sponsors can offload...
A DOL ESG Investigation Story
An adviser’s message to his peers is to not fear including ESG factors in investment analysis.
ForUsAll Will Drop DOL Crypto Suit if Court Confirms Prior Guidance is Non-Binding
ForUsAll CEO David Ramirez says the firm offered to drop its lawsuit against the DOL so long as the agency...
Experts: Big Investors, Fiduciaries in “Purgatory” Awaiting DOL ESG Rule
Lack of clarity from the DOL about ESG governance for retirement plans added to a drop in ESG incorporation by...
PBGC Provides $32.7 Million to Struggling Bricklayers Pension
The Akron, Ohio-based multiemployer plan had been providing benefits to nearly 400 participants at below half the level it was...
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Legislative and Judicial Actions
The DOL updates auditor independence rules; the IRS extends plans’ amendment deadlines for certain CARES Act and Tax Relief Act...
Growth of Digital Assets Spurs New Regulatory Proposals
As interest in cryptocurrencies for retirement grows, policymakers look for ways to contain the risk of digital assets without limiting...
Proposed Independent Contractor Rules Could Bring Difficulties for Some Financial Advisors
The proposal would make it easier for workers to classify themselves as employees, as opposed to independent contractors, which could...
ERISA Industry Committee Comments in Opposition to New DOL QPAM Rule
The DOL has proposed that QPAMs would be disqualified for 10 years for foreign convictions and for entering into non-prosecution...
Proposed Legislation Would Ban Mandatory Arbitration and Discretionary Clauses
The Mental Health Matters Act would, among other things, ban forced arbitration clauses, class action waivers, discretionary clauses, and representation...
Cybersecurity Experts Warn of Increased Fraud Risk to Retirement Plans
Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated and patient in their approach due to the massive payouts fraudsters can manage to steal...
Settlement Reached with Couple that Lost Millions in Profit-Sharing Plan
The pair will pay more than $2 million to settle claims they invested assets in companies in which they had...
Wells Fargo Is Targeted in ERISA Lawsuit Alleging Self-Dealing
The Wells Fargo retirement plan fiduciaries are accused of engaging in prohibited transactions and breaching their fiduciary duty to participants.
Gomez Confirmed as New Head of EBSA
The full Senate voted, 49-36, to confirm Lisa Gomez as the new assistant secretary of labor for the Employee Benefits...
What Is the DOL’s Plan If the Government Shuts Down?
Like most organs of the federal government, the Labor Department maintains an explicit policy for government shutdowns as a consequence...
Senator Calls for Confirmation Vote on Assistant Secretary of Labor Nominee
Senator Patty Murray takes the 48th anniversary of ERISA to emphasize the importance of having a proper secretary to oversee...