Tag: Department of Labor (DOL)
DOL Allows 18-Month Extension for Fiduciary Rule’s Full Implementation
After asking OMB to review the delay, DOL decides to go ahead with it.
Regulators Release Informational Copies of 2017 Form 5500
The new forms include important modifications.
First Bankers Trust Settles Three ERISA Suits
The lawsuits alleged that First Bankers Trust violated the Employee Retirement Income Security Act when it approved stock purchases by three employee stock ownership plans.
Duty to Monitor at Heart of Fiduciary Solution from Cornerstone
The new fiduciary support solution aids retirement specialist advisers and their clients in meeting the strenuous requirements of ERISA and other investing and benefits laws—without getting in the...
District Court Grants Thrivent Injunction in Fiduciary Lawsuit Targeting DOL
A decision out of a federal district court in Minnesota represents something of a mixed bag for both the plaintiff, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, and for Department of...
Inside Insight on Fiduciary Reform at Merrill Lynch and Beyond
Two executives focused on institutional retirement business at Merrill Lynch sit down for a fiduciary chat, offering inside views of one major advisory firm’s approach to navigating regulatory...
Court Rules ERISA Statute of Limitations Can Be Waived
Defendants wanted their agreement to extend negotiations beyond ERISA's six-year statute of limitations to be nulled.
SEC and DOL Face Hurdles in Fiduciary Collaboration
When it comes to the possibility of a uniform advice standard for advisers and brokers coming from the SEC, one attorney argues “things are still very much in...
OMB Reviews Second Fiduciary Rule Enforcement Delay
The final version of a proposed rule that will extend by 18 months the transition period for the implementation of the DOL fiduciary rule is now being reviewed...
Treasury Calls for More In-Plan Lifetime Retirement Income Products
The department believes an oversight bureau, created to assess the financial strength of annuity providers, would help employers and advisers become more comfortable including annuities in retirement plans.
PANC 2017: Washington Update
Wagner Law Group attorney underscores: The fiduciary rule is in effect.
Trump to Nominate New EBSA Head
If appointed, the current member of the Senate Finance Committee could have a major impact on any changes made to the fiduciary rule.
PANC 2017: The New Conflict of Interest
Under the evolving fiduciary landscape, how can an adviser protect the business while offering effective advice to clients?
PANC 2017: Maximizing the Workplace Savings System
Retirement plan advisers are in a unique position to help working Americans build wealth and a sense of security and dignity when it comes to thinking about long-term...
Bill to Strike Fiduciary Rule Passes House Panel
The legislation seeks to move fiduciary rulemaking power away from the DOL.
Financial Engines Releases Health Care Planner
Two new solutions aim to help employees pay off their college debt and plan for health care expenses in retirement.
DOL Fiduciary Regulation in Global Perspective
Morningstar’s “Global Fund Investor Experience” report shows that, with strong regulations, come stable markets.
Hurricane Relief: What Should DC Plan Advisers Be Telling Their Clients?
Advisers can help plan participants understand their hierarchy of needs, framing guidance to fit the context of whatever additional relief Congress may provide.
How to Tear Down Barriers to In-Plan Annuities
Certain policy changes and the right support for plan sponsors could make it easier for plans and participants to embrace lifetime income solutions.