ERISA (CLE)

Delve into the intricate world of ERISA Litigation, an ever-evolving legal terrain crucial in shaping employee benefit plans. Understanding the genesis, fundamental elements, and emerging trends within ERISA is paramount. This webcast provides a comprehensive exploration of ERISA litigation, equipping stakeholders with vital insights to navigate its complexities effectively. Join us for this enlightening CLE Webcast, where our esteemed panel of speakers will embark on a deep dive into the nuances of ERISA litigation. They will dissect its historical origins, elucidate its key components, dissect notable trends, and elucidate the broader implications for employers, employees, and the legal landscape at large.

The recent months have witnessed a flurry of Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) benefits-related litigation. The Department of Labor (DOL) is getting on the scene with heightened audits and investigations which may breed increased risk of violations for employers, plan sponsors, fiduciaries, and other professionals providing ERISA-governed benefits plans. Likewise, recent court decisions such as the Supreme Court’s ruling on Hughes v. Northwestern University continue to provide guidance to the Court of Appeals in carefully scrutinizing the plaintiff’s allegations.

In this LIVE Webcast, a panel of thought leaders and professionals brought together by The Knowledge Group will provide and present an in-depth analysis of the fundamentals as well as recent developments in What’s Next in ESG Investments and ERISA’s Fiduciary Duties?. Speakers will also present all important issues surrounding this significant topic. Join us for this Knowledge Group Webinar!

The uptick in the number of lawsuits filed under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) has become a growing concern for many fiduciaries.

Three significant Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) cases will be brought before the U.S. Supreme Court in its 2019-2020 term and ERISA attorneys are encouraged to gear up for an exciting year.

The SECURE Act, an acronym for “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act” was signed into law on December 20, 2019, as part of a massive compromise government spending bill. The Act represents the most significant reform of the retirement system since the Pension Protection Act of 2006.

Group health plans are governed by a number of state and federal laws including, but not limited to, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), and Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).