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Reducing Fiduciary Liability: Key Tips to Follow
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In 2020, nearly 100 lawsuits alleging breach of fiduciary duty were filed. And with the number of 401(k) lawsuits on the rise targeting plans both large and small, sponsors are well-advised to consider taking additional measures to mitigate fiduciary risk where practicable. Here are a few to consider: Create and follow an IPS While not  Read More →
New e-Delivery Standards Aim to Reduce Burden and Expense of Notice Distribution
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The final version of the Department of Labor’s new rules regarding electronic delivery of required notices was published this past May and took effect July 27th. These new rules will greatly reduce the burden and expense of delivering required participant notices. Many notices may now be posted to a website or provided via electronic mail  Read More →
Proposed DOL Rule Makes Electronic Delivery the Default Method for Plan Participant Required Notices
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In the past 17 years, since the Department of Labor promulgated its safe harbor rules for electronic delivery of required notices under ERISA, electronic delivery has slowly become the norm. As plan sponsors and recordkeepers alike strive for administrative efficiency and lower costs, it only makes sense that many prefer electronic delivery of notices. It  Read More →

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