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California Insurance Lawyer Blog

Covers various ERISA, disability, health, and life insurance issues. By Kantor & Kantor.

http://www.californiainsurancelawyerblog.com/

Aug 28
What You Need To Know If Insurance Denies Coverage For Your Prescription Medication

What You Need To Know If Insurance Denies Coverage For Your Prescription Medication

Many people know that at Kantor & Kantor, LLP we help clients when their insurance company denies coverage life insurance claims, long-term disability claims, and eating disorder treatment claims. At Kantor & Kantor, LLP we also…
Aug 16
Why Appeal A Health Claims Denial… and How to Do It Right

Why Appeal A Health Claims Denial… and How to Do It Right

Why should I appeal? By appealing a claims denial, you are challenging the insurance company’s decision to deny benefits. Even if you think your appeal will not be approved, you should still appeal: To get treatment records considered.…
Aug 14
Chronic Pain is disabling

Chronic Pain is disabling

Many of our clients suffer from chronic pain. For some, chronic pain is a symptom of an underlying condition, and for others it is the main condition. In in either case, chronic pain can be and often is disabling. Because so many…

Rank this Week: 25

James M. Hoffmann Blog

Covers Missouri workers' compensation and personal injury.

http://www.hoffmannworkcomp.com/category/blog/

Sep 18
The Hazards Involved in Poultry Processing – St. Louis Work Comp Attorney

The Hazards Involved in Poultry Processing – St. Louis Work Comp Attorney

Workers involved in poultry processing are more susceptible to injuries than many workers in other industries. Every industry involves some level of risk. However, the poultry industry poses much greater challenges for workers. They may not…
Sep 15
Machine Accidents Occur More Commonly Than You May Think

Machine Accidents Occur More Commonly Than You May Think

Machines are used in industries so that the work can be done in a more efficient, easy and quick manner. They are the backbone of the manufacturing, construction and transportation industries. While machines are certainly a blessing to such…
Sep 13
Workers Compensation for Workplace Injury Induced Chondromalacia

Workers Compensation for Workplace Injury Induced Chondromalacia

Knee injuries are among the more common workplace injuries. Workplace injuries are more common than we think. These injuries, particularly the ones that require hospitalization and surgery. Injuries can lead to high medical expenses, wage…

Rank this Week: 227

Employer Law Blog

Addresses current issues, recent case studies and matters of statutory and regulatory compliance. By Sandberg, Phoenix & Von Gontard P.C.

http://employerlawblog.com/

Sep 5
General Assembly Strikes Again

General Assembly Strikes Again

The Illinois General Assembly has struck again. On August 11, 2017, Governor Rauner signed into law an amendment to the Illinois Human Rights Act providing that discrimination includes a practice by an employer imposing upon a person as a…
Jun 19
Federal Contractors: Are You Complying With New Paid Sick Leave Requirements?

Federal Contractors: Are You Complying With New Paid Sick Leave Requirements?

Executive Order 13706 established paid sick leave requirements for federal contractors and subcontractors and went into effect on January 1, 2017. Non-complying contractors are subject to monetary damages, attorneys’ fees, equitable…
Apr 18
It’s Unanimou

It’s Unanimou

The SCOTUS handed down a definitive 9-0 decision on a case centered on issues surrounding appellate courts, district courts and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission subpoena requests. How will the decision impact employers?

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Boston ERISA & Insurance…

Boston ERISA & Insurance Litigation Blog

Covers ERISA, insurance coverage, and insurance bad faith. By Stephen Rosenberg.

http://www.bostonerisalaw.com/

Apr 27
At the Intersection of the NFL Draft, ERISA, Divorce, Venue and Spousal Benefit

At the Intersection of the NFL Draft, ERISA, Divorce, Venue and Spousal Benefit

Is there a more hyped sporting event with less substance than the NFL Draft? Does everyone on the internet drive traffic to their sites by linking to the draft if at all possible? Well, of course the answer to both questions is yes, and so I…
Apr 4
Uber, Behavioral Economics, Choice Architecture and Trial Work

Uber, Behavioral Economics, Choice Architecture and Trial Work

There is a lot of discussion on whether lawyers should be required to have at least a certain degree of competency with technology as a core skill set, on a par with, for instance, the rules of evidence. Personally, I am not convinced of the…
Mar 29
Notes (and a Prediction) on the Supreme Court Argument on Church Plan

Notes (and a Prediction) on the Supreme Court Argument on Church Plan

I have used this anecdote before, so you can jump ahead if you have either read something where I have written it before or heard a talk of mine where I have said it, but if you haven’t, I have always thought it is a good lead in to any…

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ERISA Lawyer Blog

Covers employeee benefits, ERISA, and employment law. By Stanley D. Baum.

http://www.erisalawyerblog.com/

Sep 19
ERISA-Third Circuit Grants Deference To The Plan Administrator And Upholds Its Decision As To The Amount Of Benefit

ERISA-Third Circuit Grants Deference To The Plan Administrator And Upholds Its Decision As To The Amount Of Benefit

In Dowling v. Pension Plan for Salaried Employees of Union Pac. Corp. & Affiliates, No. 16-1977 (3rd Cir. 2017), former Union Pacific employee, John Dowling (“Dowling”), is covered by a 277-page retirement plan composed of…
Sep 13
ERISA-Eighth Circuit Holds That Employer Was Precluded From Denying Liability To Pay Fringe-Benefit Contribution

ERISA-Eighth Circuit Holds That Employer Was Precluded From Denying Liability To Pay Fringe-Benefit Contribution

In Twin City Pipe Trades Service Association, Inc. v. Wenner Quality Services, Inc., No.16-1791 (8th Cir. 2017), Twin City Pipe Trades Service Association, Inc. (the “Association”) is attempting to recover unpaid fringe-benefit…
Sep 12
ERISA-Second Circuit Rules That Plaintiff’s Claim for Plan Documents is Time Barred

ERISA-Second Circuit Rules That Plaintiff’s Claim for Plan Documents is Time Barred

In Brown v. Rawlings Financial Services, LLC, Docket No. 16-3748 (2nd Circuit 2017), a participant in a healthcare benefit plan covered by ERISA requested documents pertaining to her plan but did not receive them promptly. She sought…

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HR & Benefits Update

Covers human resources and other workforce management, compensation and employee benefits laws, policies and practices. By Solutions Law Press.

http://slphrbenefitsupdate.com/

Sep 15
DOL Announces $40M in Hurricane Unemployment Help

DOL Announces $40M in Hurricane Unemployment Help

The U.S. Department of Labor has initially committed up to $40 million in Disaster Dislocated Worker Grant funding to Florida, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands to assist in disaster response efforts after Hurricane Irma. Check the…
Sep 13
Employers Should Manage Potential Unfair Labor Practice Risks From Recording, Acceptable Use, Fighting, Integrity & Other Employment Policie

Employers Should Manage Potential Unfair Labor Practice Risks From Recording, Acceptable Use, Fighting, Integrity & Other Employment Policie

mployers beware of potential National Labor Relations Act unfair labor practices risks that may arise from their adoption or enforcement of overly broad or restrictive workplace recording, acceptable use, workplace conduct,…
Aug 29
Health Clinic At Houston Convention Center, Other HHS Help For Hurricane Harvey Victim

Health Clinic At Houston Convention Center, Other HHS Help For Hurricane Harvey Victim

Medical clinic at Houston convention center, other HHS Hurricane Harvey relief

Rank this Week: 1032

Discusses timely issues in labor and employment law and human resources from management's perspective, with subjects ranging from discrimination to employee handbooks and religious accommodations. By Constangy, Brooks & Smith, LLP.

http://www.employmentandlaborinsider.com/

Sep 15
BREAKING: Trump nominates Peter Robb as NLRB General Counsel

BREAKING: Trump nominates Peter Robb as NLRB General Counsel

Law360 just reported that President Trump, as expected, has nominated Peter Robb of Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC to be General Counsel for the National Labor Relations Board. If confirmed by the Senate, Mr. Robb will succeed current General…
Sep 15
Employment law quiz: Bizarro edition

Employment law quiz: Bizarro edition

Has the world gone crazy? A. No. B. Yes. C. The word “crazy” is a microaggression. ANSWER: B. See how you do with these guaranteed true news items from the last week, all relating to employment law. Then tell me whether you agree…
Sep 15
Weekly catch-up

Weekly catch-up

All immigration, all the time! Will Krasnow of our Boston Office has been working overtime in following the latest developments, and explaining what they mean for employers. Last Friday, he had this Immigration Dispatch on the end…

Rank this Week: 534

California Insurance Litigation…

California Insurance Litigation Blog

Covers California insurance law and litigation, including ERISA law, class actions and unfair business practices. By McKennon Schindler LLP.

http://www.mslawllp.com/category/insurance-blog/

Sep 6
McKennon Law Group Gives Back, Donating Over 250 Pairs of Shoes to Soles4Soul

McKennon Law Group Gives Back, Donating Over 250 Pairs of Shoes to Soles4Soul

We at McKennon Law Group PC represent policyholders in their life, disability, medical and other insurance disputes to assist them to get their claims paid so they can thrive financially when events in their lives overwhelm them. So, we know…
Aug 29
LA & Orange County Disability Insurance & ERISA Attorneys Fight The Standard Claim Denial

LA & Orange County Disability Insurance & ERISA Attorneys Fight The Standard Claim Denial

At McKennon Law Group PC, we fight for your right to receive benefits from life, general liability, long-term care and disability insurers like The Standard. We understand insurers like The Standard because we know insurers like The Standard.…
Aug 29
San Francisco and Los Angeles Disability Insurance and Life Insurance Claim Attorneys Fight Hartford Claim Denial

San Francisco and Los Angeles Disability Insurance and Life Insurance Claim Attorneys Fight Hartford Claim Denial

If an insurance company The Hartford suddenly terminated your benefits, you can trust in McKennon Law Group PC to fight to have your wrongful denial reversed and claim for benefits reinstated. Our firm pursues your right to receive benefits…

Rank this Week: 831

PVW Tax & Business Law Blog

Covers issues that concern business entities, taxation, and employment law. By Parsonage Vandenack Williams LLC.

http://www.pvwtaxandbusinesslaw.wordpress.com/

Sep 6
IRS Notice Provides Penalty Relief to Certain Partnership Return Filing Taxpayer

IRS Notice Provides Penalty Relief to Certain Partnership Return Filing Taxpayer

by Monte L. Schatz The IRS has issued Notice 2017-47 that provides penalty relief to partnerships that filed certain untimely returns or untimely requests for extension of time who filed those returns for the first taxable year that began…
Jul 28
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Prohibits Certain Arbitration Clause

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Prohibits Certain Arbitration Clause

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”) released a final rule that prohibits certain financial service companies from blocking class action lawsuits with pre-dispute arbitration clauses and class action waiver clauses in…
Jul 15
Department of Labor Clarifies Stance on Still-Pending Overtime Rule

Department of Labor Clarifies Stance on Still-Pending Overtime Rule

By James Pieper In 2016, a dramatic overhaul of the rules for eligibility and payment of overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) was on the verge of taking effect before being halted by an injunction issued by a federal judge. With…

Rank this Week: 780

Health Plan Law

Discusses employee benefit issues for group health plans. Covers ERISA, third party administrators, insurance brokers and agent, legal planning and risk management. By Roy F. Harmon III.

http://www.healthplanlaw.com

Apr 14
:: Fifth Circuit Holds That ERISA Preempts Provider’s Promissory Estoppel Claim

:: Fifth Circuit Holds That ERISA Preempts Provider’s Promissory Estoppel Claim

To the extent that a health-care provider’s promissory-estoppel claim depends on and derives from the rights of the plan participants and beneficiaries to recover benefits under an ERISA plan’s terms, the claim is preempted. . . .…
Jan 23
:: Third Circuit Reverses District Court Dismissal of FCRA Class Action For Data Breach

:: Third Circuit Reverses District Court Dismissal of FCRA Class Action For Data Breach

So the Plaintiffs here do not allege a mere technical or procedural violation of FCRA. They allege instead the unauthorized dissemination of their own private information – the very injury that FCRA is intended to prevent. …
Jan 20
:: Counterclaims Do Not Support Removal to Federal Court

:: Counterclaims Do Not Support Removal to Federal Court

Defendant further asserts that removal is appropriate because defendants have asserted counterclaims under ERISA § 502(a); defendants have expressly asserted ERISA preemption under § 514 as an affirmative defense in their answer to…

Rank this Week: 599

The Case Law Firm Blog

An employment law blog for employees.

http://www.thecaselawfirm.com/blog

Sep 19
Client Speak – Praise for Partner, Kate Sedey

Client Speak – Praise for Partner, Kate Sedey

We here at The Case Law Firm, LLC are committed to providing excellent care and expertise to all of our clients. Don’t just take our word for it! Here is a recent client review of our partner, Kate Sedey. Kate Sedey is a…
Sep 15
Lactation is Pregnancy Related Medical Condition Protected by PDA

Lactation is Pregnancy Related Medical Condition Protected by PDA

Given the horrible decision we reported on a couple of weeks ago, in which a district court shockingly ruled that termination because of menstruation was not unlawful discrimination, we thought it would be nice to report on a court that is…
Sep 6
We’re Matching Donations in Support of our Buddy Benjamin’s Pediatric Cancer Fundraiser

We’re Matching Donations in Support of our Buddy Benjamin’s Pediatric Cancer Fundraiser

September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness month and, this weekend, our Firm is helping our young friend Benjamin Brave and his family raise money to support pediatric cancer research and provide assistance to families who face the daunting…

Rank this Week: 2056

Abuser Goes to Work

Employment law blog about workplace abuse, bullying and discrimination. By Patricia Barnes.

http://abusergoestowork.com

Sep 18
Federal Courts Criticized for Dismissive Treatment of Employment Discrimination Victim

Federal Courts Criticized for Dismissive Treatment of Employment Discrimination Victim

There is overwhelming evidence that federal courts for years have ignored and marginalized plaintiffs in employment discrimination cases. Judge Richard A. Posner, one of the nation’s leading appellate judges, recently resigned from the…
Sep 17
U.S. Chamber of Commerce No “Friend of the Court”

U.S. Chamber of Commerce No “Friend of the Court”

Nice to see someone calling out the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, which frequently inserts itself into national litigation as a “friend of the court.” In reality, the Chamber is almost always an advocate for a dues paying corporate…
Sep 14
Age Discrimination by Feds Violates U.S. Constitution and Universal Declaration of Human Right

Age Discrimination by Feds Violates U.S. Constitution and Universal Declaration of Human Right

It would seem to be patently illegal to accord lesser treatment to discrimination victims on the basis of age as opposed to race, sex, religion, color and national origin. Yet, this is the law of our land. The U.S. Supreme Court has…

Rank this Week: 2695

Unemployed and Scared

Appeals and tips specific to Minnesota's unemployment process. By IAJ Law, LLC.

http://iajlaw.com/news-articles/unemployment/

Sep 18
Unemployment Employment Misconduct in Minnesota Can Mean Anthing Except

Unemployment Employment Misconduct in Minnesota Can Mean Anthing Except

The post Unemployment Employment Misconduct in Minnesota Can Mean Anthing Except appeared first on IAJ Law, LLC. Employment misconduct is a phrase used with unemployment benefits in Minnesota. As you will see, it can mean just about…
Sep 4
Unemployment Tip # 008: Before The Phone Appeal, Obtain Your Employment File

Unemployment Tip # 008: Before The Phone Appeal, Obtain Your Employment File

The post Unemployment Tip # 008: Before The Phone Appeal, Obtain Your Employment File appeared first on IAJ Law, LLC. Having a successful game plan for an unemployment appeal hearing is really important. Unfortunately, a lot of people…
Aug 30
Why the Unemployment Appeal Statistics Posted for Minnesota Are Wrong

Why the Unemployment Appeal Statistics Posted for Minnesota Are Wrong

The post Why the Unemployment Appeal Statistics Posted for Minnesota Are Wrong appeared first on IAJ Law, LLC. Did you see the latest unemployment appeal statistics for Minnesota? Well, if you haven’t, the Department of Labor has…

Rank this Week: 2103

Goldbach Law Group Blog

Covers bankruptcy and employment law.

http://www.goldbachlaw.com/blog/

Sep 17
How To File For Bankruptcy

How To File For Bankruptcy

Filling for bankruptcy can be a somewhat stressful process. Much of this stress can be alleviated if you know how to file for bankruptcy, including all the requirements and steps needed to get your bankruptcy discharged in bankruptcy…
Sep 4
Crafting a Long Lasting Partnership Agreement

Crafting a Long Lasting Partnership Agreement

Starting a business is an exciting and stressful experience. If you have elected to form a partnership, whether it is a general partnership, a limited partnership or a joint venture, one of your first steps will be crafting a strong…
Aug 29
File for Bankruptcy to Avoid Foreclosure

File for Bankruptcy to Avoid Foreclosure

According to World Property Journal, there were 428,000 property foreclosures in the first half of 2017. This is a 20% decline from the same time last year. Typically, homeowners go through foreclosure due to income loss or having a variable…

Rank this Week: 1757

ACA Review

Covers labor and employment, tax, employee benefits and healthcare law issues associated with the Affordable Care Act. By Balch & Bingham LLP.

http://www.acareview.com/

Sep 14
“Understanding Your IRS Notice or Letter”

“Understanding Your IRS Notice or Letter”

That’s the title of a web page that employers may find helpful upon receipt of an IRS communication asserting liability for employer mandate taxes under Code § 4980H. It should have an official notice (“CP”)…
Sep 7
Go for Launch in 10, 9, 8 …

Go for Launch in 10, 9, 8 …

Does the IRS expect to publish more information about the employer shared responsibility payment procedures? Yes. The IRS expects to publish guidance of general applicability describing the employer shared responsibility payment procedures in…
Aug 16
“Hello? Chicken Little here. Sky’s falling.”

“Hello? Chicken Little here. Sky’s falling.”

We don’t blame you for hearing that whenever someone warns of employer mandate taxes coming your way. Nevertheless, we’re donning the chicken suit once again to keep you aware. This time, we’ll keep it short and…

Rank this Week: 2232

Southwest Florida Employment Law…

Southwest Florida Employment Law Blog

Covers discrimination, employee benefits, terminations, leave policies, unions, and wages & overtime. By Henderson Franklin.

http://www.swflemploymentlawblog.com/

Sep 6
Cone of Uncertainty: Wage/Hour Concerns in the Path of Hurricane Irma

Cone of Uncertainty: Wage/Hour Concerns in the Path of Hurricane Irma

If you are like me, you have been focused on all things weather-related the last day or two. In Southwest Florida, we are firmly stuck in the “cone of uncertainty” in the path of Hurricane Irma, a storm the weather-folks keep…
Jul 28
AFL Player’s Workers’ Compensation Claim is Sacked by 1st DCA

AFL Player’s Workers’ Compensation Claim is Sacked by 1st DCA

Guest post by Summer Associate Kristen Schalter Football players took another hit in Tallahassee (pun intended) – this time in the workers’ compensation arena in the recent decision in Arena Football League v. Bishop, 2017 WL…
May 10
HR Law & Solutions Seminar: Here’s to 25 Years!

HR Law & Solutions Seminar: Here’s to 25 Years!

Can you believe it’s been two months since we hosted the 25th Anniversary HR Law & Solutions seminar? Where does the time go?! Thank you so much to the nearly 400 people who attended – it was a record-breaking day! As usual,…

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Employment Law Alert

Covers employment law topics, including discrimination, employment agreements, family leave, privacy and restrictive covenants. By Gibbons.

http://www.employmentlawalert.com

Sep 5
Courts Send Signal That Care in Drafting Arbitration Provisions is Key

Courts Send Signal That Care in Drafting Arbitration Provisions is Key

Two recent decisions, one by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals and the other by the New Jersey Appellate Division, offer some interesting insight into the validity and viability of arbitration clauses that send employment-related disputes…
Jul 31
New York Employers Mid-Year Review

New York Employers Mid-Year Review

In 2017, employers in New York encountered several important statutory changes affecting recruitment of applicants and retention of independent contractors. More legal change will come in 2018, warranting a mid-year review of current…
Jul 24
Do You Like What You’re Reading? Rate Our Blog: The ABA Journal’s “Web 100” Award

Do You Like What You’re Reading? Rate Our Blog: The ABA Journal’s “Web 100” Award

Thank you for visiting the Gibbons Employment Law Alert blog! Content on our site, authored by members of the Gibbons Employment & Labor Law Department, discusses employment and human resources issues and news within the legal and…

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Michigan Longterm Disability…

Michigan Longterm Disability Insurance Lawyer Blog

Covers ERISA, insurance bad faith, and LTD policy issues. By Serafini, Michalowski, Derkacz & Associates P.C.

http://www.michiganlongtermdisabilityinsurancelawyer.com/

Aug 31
CIGNA reverses LTD denial decision for RN with low back pain

CIGNA reverses LTD denial decision for RN with low back pain

SMDA recently convinced LTD insurer Cigna to overturn its claims denial decision for a registered nurse who developed significant low back pain that prevented her from performing her own occupation. Our client had degenerative…
Jun 28
SMDA convinces LTD Insurer to reverse claims denial decision for Cognitive Issue

SMDA convinces LTD Insurer to reverse claims denial decision for Cognitive Issue

SMDA recently convinced Cigna (Life Insurance Company of North America) to overturn a claims denial decision for an individual who is suffering from significant cognitive deficits as the result of some as yet undiagnosed condition. SMDA…
Mar 3
“Own” vs “Any” Occupation in Long Term Disability Insurance Plan

“Own” vs “Any” Occupation in Long Term Disability Insurance Plan

Almost every Long Term Disability Insurance Policy I have ever reviewed contains a limited period (usually 24 months) of time that it will pay benefits if a claimant is unable to perform the duties of his/her “Own” (see…

Rank this Week: 4051

Technology Company Counselor

Covers benefits and compensation, employment law, immigration, intellectual property, litigation, securities, tax planning, and transactional issues affecting technology companies. By Epstein Becker Green.

http://www.techcompanycounselor.com/

Aug 10
Managing Workforce Compliance in an Unpredictable World – Attend Our Annual Briefing (NYC, Sept. 14)

Managing Workforce Compliance in an Unpredictable World – Attend Our Annual Briefing (NYC, Sept. 14)

When: Thursday, September 14, 2017 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Where: New York Hilton Midtown, 1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019 Epstein Becker Green’s Annual Workforce Management Briefing will focus on the latest…
Aug 8
Motion to Dismiss Website Accessibility Complaint Denied by the Eastern District of New York

Motion to Dismiss Website Accessibility Complaint Denied by the Eastern District of New York

Our colleague Joshua A. Stein, a Member of the Firm at Epstein Becker Green, has a post on the Retail Labor and Employment Law blog that will be of interest to many of our readers in the technology industry: “Start Spreading the…
Jul 31
Take 5 Newsletter: Five Workforce Management Challenges in Unprecedented Time

Take 5 Newsletter: Five Workforce Management Challenges in Unprecedented Time

Employers across all industries are deep in the midst of exciting but unchartered and fluid times. Rapid and unforeseen technological advancements are largely responsible for this dynamic. And while there is a natural tendency to embrace…

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Benefits Law Update

Provides updates and commentary on employee benefit plans and executive compensation arrangements. By Verrill Dana, LLP.

http://www.employeebenefitsupdate.com/

Aug 10
Sound Process and Good Recordkeeping Demonstrate Compliance with COBRA Notice Requirement

Sound Process and Good Recordkeeping Demonstrate Compliance with COBRA Notice Requirement

Earlier this year the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals provided a reminder of how important it is for an employer to establish and follow proper COBRA notice procedures and preserve some type of evidence that the procedures are…
Jun 20
Supreme Court Upholds ERISA Exemption for Church Plans in Advocate Health Care Network v. Stapleton

Supreme Court Upholds ERISA Exemption for Church Plans in Advocate Health Care Network v. Stapleton

In this Verrill Voices podcast, Eric Altholz and Misti Munster discuss the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision in Advocate Health Care Network v. Stapleton, which held that a plan established by a church-affiliated organization…
Jun 7
Supreme Court’s Church Plan Decision Restores Order (But It May Not End the Litigation)

Supreme Court’s Church Plan Decision Restores Order (But It May Not End the Litigation)

Earlier this week, in a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned decisions by three federal Circuit Courts of Appeals and held that an employee benefit plan maintained by a church-controlled or church-affiliated organization can…

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Employee Benefits Law Report

Covers legal developments and trends affecting employee benefits. By Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP.

http://www.employeebenefitslawreport.com

Aug 8
Are the ERISA disability claims procedure regulations going to be delayed? How qualified and nonqualified plan sponsors should respond to the latest guidance

Are the ERISA disability claims procedure regulations going to be delayed? How qualified and nonqualified plan sponsors should respond to the latest guidance

While the fiduciary rule has received most of the attention in the world of ERISA as of late, a lesser known regulation that was finalized late last year also may require action by plan sponsors. This regulation , issued by the Department of…
Jun 1
The “final” countdown: DOL fiduciary rule still applies June 9, 2017

The “final” countdown: DOL fiduciary rule still applies June 9, 2017

Much has been written to speculate what may become of the Department of Labor’s (DOL) fiduciary rule. Recently, the DOL issued a FAQ confirming that the new fiduciary rule will become effective June 9, 2017. Transition exemptions that…
May 15
Will the DOL continue to make ESOPs a compliance priority?

Will the DOL continue to make ESOPs a compliance priority?

One question that has been on the minds of plan sponsors is how aggressive the Department of Labor (DOL) under President Trump will be compared to that of President Obama. In recent years, the DOL made a priority of investigating ERISA…

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Employment and Labour Law

Covers employment law in Canada. BY FMC Law.

http://www.employmentandlabour.com

Aug 8
Canadian Human Rights Act and Criminal Code amended to include Gender Identity or Expression

Canadian Human Rights Act and Criminal Code amended to include Gender Identity or Expression

On June 19, 2017, the Governor General signed Bill C-16 into law, amending the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Criminal Code. Here’s what you need to know about the changes: Canadian Human Rights Act The Canadian Human Rights Act…
Aug 3
Monitoring Investment Managers and Investment Fund Performance in Ontario Pension Plans: How Do You Stack Up?

Monitoring Investment Managers and Investment Fund Performance in Ontario Pension Plans: How Do You Stack Up?

If you’re an employer or administrator of an Ontario-registered pension plan, you’ll be interested to know that the Financial Services Commission of Ontario recently published a detailed report on the filings of Statement of…
Jul 4
Cheers to the Ontario government: a tonic for dealing with pension statements for missing plan member

Cheers to the Ontario government: a tonic for dealing with pension statements for missing plan member

A helpful change to Ontario pension law has come into effect, coincident with the arrival of patio season. It is a refreshing tonic that will help administrators deal with pension plan members who are difficult to locate. Until now, the…

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GSA Law

Covers New York employment and employee benefits law. By Giskan Solotaroff & Anderson LLP.

http://www.newyorkemploymentlawyersblog.com/

Jul 28
Wells Fargo Forced Unwanted Auto Insurance on Borrowers – GSA Investigation

Wells Fargo Forced Unwanted Auto Insurance on Borrowers – GSA Investigation

Great article in the New York Times this morning from Gretchen Morgenson regarding Wells Fargo forcing unwanted auto insurance on borrowers. Giskan Solotaroff & Anderson is currently investigating this issue. If you are one of the…
Jul 25
Update for Giskan Solotaroff & Anderson LLP in the Nissan Melting Dashboard class action!

Update for Giskan Solotaroff & Anderson LLP in the Nissan Melting Dashboard class action!

We have the chance to amend our complaint and add parties to this proceeding. If you have experienced problems with your Nissan’s dashboard when exposed to direct sunlight, contact us immediately and add your name to the class.
May 25
GSA’s Case in the NYPost: “Uber raked in millions through hidden fees: class-action suit”

GSA’s Case in the NYPost: “Uber raked in millions through hidden fees: class-action suit”

GSA’s class action against Uber, filed May 24, 2017, was reported in the New York Post. For full article, click here. “Passengers are incurring hidden charges with Uber’s “upfront” pricing model — resulting…

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Pension Risk Matters

Focuses on pension financial risk issues from a governance and fiduciary perspective. Published by Susan M. Mangiero.

http://www.pensionriskmatters.com/

May 15
CLE Webinar About ERISA and Hedge Funds and Private Equity Fund

CLE Webinar About ERISA and Hedge Funds and Private Equity Fund
Apr 25
Investment Fraud and the Role of Trust

Investment Fraud and the Role of Trust

This article entitled “Investment Fraud and the Role of Trust” by Dr. Susan Mangiero was originally published on April 19, 2017 in The Fraud Examiner, a publication of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners that is…
Apr 9
Funny Courtroom Film Still Used For Teaching

Funny Courtroom Film Still Used For Teaching

I had a chance to watch My Cousin Vinny on television the other night and was reminded how humor is such a powerful storytelling tool. How many times do we remember important concepts because the speaker or writer makes us laugh? Tickling our…

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Drew Capuder's Employment Law Blog

Covers employment law news and analysis, focusing on the US Supreme Court, the Fourth Circuit, and the Supreme Court of West Virginia. By Drew M. Capuder.

http://www.dcemploymentlawblog.com/

Feb 3
Rex Tillerson’s First Speech at the State Department: Lessons for Employer

Rex Tillerson’s First Speech at the State Department: Lessons for Employer

Lessons for Employers The U.S. State Department has about 70,000 employees. Rex Tillerson was confirmed as President Trump's pick for Secretary of State, and yesterday was his first day on the job.So Tillerson spoke yesterday to hundreds…
Feb 2
Drew Capuder Will Be Speaking at Sterling Employment Law Seminar

Drew Capuder Will Be Speaking at Sterling Employment Law Seminar

On March 29, 2017, I will be speaking and presenting an article on “The Perilous Intersection of FMLA and ADA,” at a seminar hosted by Sterling Education Services. The Seminar, “Employment Law: Rights, Benefits, and…
Nov 14
We Are All Parisian

We Are All Parisian

Read this article about how Paris supported the United States after 9–11. Le Monde wrote “We are all Americans”. We owe them nothing less. We are all Parisians. Let La Marseillaise sing for those injured and killed in the…

Rank this Week: 2888

The Problem is ERISA

ERISA is the federal law governing employee benefits, like your health insurance. If you get your insurance through your employment, and if you think "insurance" is an enforceable contract that the insurer will cover what it says it will, then you don't have insurance at all -- you only think you do.

http://problemiserisa.blogspot.com

Dec 31
A whole year's worth in one post

A whole year's worth in one post

So the break from blogging has extended far longer than originally planned. Lest an entire calendar year pass without a post, let me lust say on New Year's Eve that ERISA remains a problem for those who have insurance and pension claims…
Jan 12
ERISA insurers subject to punitive damages? Yes, says New York federal court

ERISA insurers subject to punitive damages? Yes, says New York federal court

Not much time to day, and I'll follow up on this later on, but this is a potentially big deal (indeed it will be a very big deal if it catches on).Back in 2011 the Supreme Court opened the door to the possibility of aggrieved ERISA claimants…
Aug 29
Baby Steps: Two Recent Court of Appeal Decisions Move Deferential Judicial Analysis in the Right Direction

Baby Steps: Two Recent Court of Appeal Decisions Move Deferential Judicial Analysis in the Right Direction

I used to tell clients that, if their case is subject to ERISA’s absurd abuse-of-discretion, insurer-can’t-lose burden of proof (I refuse to call it “standard of review” as many do, ‘cause that’s bogus …

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Atlanta Overtime Lawyers Blog

Covers employment law with an emphasis in overtime. By Martin & Martin L.L.P.

http://www.atlantaovertimelawyersblog.com/

Mar 9
Are You An Independent Contractor Or Employee? (hint: the DOL says most workers are employees – not independent contractors)

Are You An Independent Contractor Or Employee? (hint: the DOL says most workers are employees – not independent contractors)

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the law that governs the pay of employees in the United States. It requires that companies pay its employees at least minimum wage and at least time and a half for all hours over 40 in a given…
Mar 9
Are You An Independent Contractor Or Employee? (hint: the DOL says most workers are employees – not independent contractors)

Are You An Independent Contractor Or Employee? (hint: the DOL says most workers are employees – not independent contractors)

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the law that governs the pay of employees in the United States. It requires that companies pay its employees at least minimum wage and at least time and a half for all hours over 40 in a given…
Mar 9
Are You An Independent Contractor Or Employee? (hint: the DOL says most workers are employees – not independent contractors)

Are You An Independent Contractor Or Employee? (hint: the DOL says most workers are employees – not independent contractors)

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the law that governs the pay of employees in the United States. It requires that companies pay its employees at least minimum wage and at least time and a half for all hours over 40 in a given…

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FLSA Cases

Covers FLSA violations, minimum wage and overtime cases. By Will Aitchison.

http://flsacases.com/

Mar 6
介護職とストレスコントロール

介護職とストレスコントロール

特別養護老人ホームで働いて４年ほど経過します。…
Feb 6
私のヘルパー体験談

私のヘルパー体験談

気がついたら、８年間、ヘルパーをやっていました。…
Jan 13
ヘルパー・介護福祉士の求人について

ヘルパー・介護福祉士の求人について

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The Kielich Law Firm Blog

Covers employment law, personal injury and family law issues related to Texas and federal law.

http://kielichlawfirm.com/blog

Feb 16
Spousal support in Texa

Spousal support in Texa

There is no guarantee of alimony or spousal maintenance in a Texas divorce. Texas, like many states, changed its family relations laws (our Texas Family Code) in recent decades to curb the power of family court judges in Fort Worth, Dallas,…
Feb 8
7 Tips for Taking FMLA Leave — Fort Worth Employment Attorney

7 Tips for Taking FMLA Leave — Fort Worth Employment Attorney

Most of my work with clients involves helping clients after they have sought FMLA leave and the employer has already violated their FMLA rights but it’s equally as important that employees understand how to properly exercise their…
Feb 1
Enforcing child support with child support liens and QDROs with Bedford Divorce Attorney

Enforcing child support with child support liens and QDROs with Bedford Divorce Attorney

Unpaid child support is a serious problems for many families where the child support may be the difference between keeping food on the table or lights on in the home. Enforcing child support in court can be a challenge when the child support…

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Employee Benefits Counsel

Covers employee benefits litigation and counseling. By Littler Mendelson PC.

http://www.littler.com/blog/employment-benefits-counsel

Apr 29
Bill Seeks to Repeal Excise Tax on "Cadillac" Health Plan

Bill Seeks to Repeal Excise Tax on "Cadillac" Health Plan

An important provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is a new target for repeal. On April 28, 2015, Rep. Joe Courtney (D-CT) introduced legislation (H.R. 2050) to eliminate the 40% excise tax on high-premium "Cadillac" health insurance…
Apr 16
EEOC Issues Proposed Rule Addressing ADA Compliance and Wellness Program

EEOC Issues Proposed Rule Addressing ADA Compliance and Wellness Program

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has issued a proposal to provide guidance on how to structure an employee wellness program without running afoul of the Americans with Disabilities Act.read more
Apr 8
EBSA to Conduct Fiduciary Seminar

EBSA to Conduct Fiduciary Seminar

The Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration has announced it will conduct a series of seminars entitled: "Getting It Right - Know Your Fiduciary Responsibilities" at the following dates and locations: read more

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Life, Health and Disability…

Life, Health and Disability Insurance Law Blog

Covers ERISA and non-ERISA issues on disability, life and health insurance law. By Barger & Wolen.

http://www.lifehealthdisabilityinsurancelaw.com/

Oct 17
Concurrent Causation from "A Medley of Interesting Disability Cases"

Concurrent Causation from "A Medley of Interesting Disability Cases"

Kruk v. Metropolitan Life Ins. Co.,2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 35637 (D. Conn. 2013) Facts and holding: Rita Kruk (“Kruk”), a Human Resources Specialist, was a participant in an ERISA plan provided through her employment that provided…
Sep 2
Barger & Wolen and Hinshaw & Culbertson Announce Merger

Barger & Wolen and Hinshaw & Culbertson Announce Merger

Combined Firms Create Powerhouse Insurance Practice with 120 Attorneys Dedicated to Serving the Insurance Industry Chicago and Los Angeles — September 2, 2014 — Barger & Wolen and Hinshaw & Culberston, a…
Aug 25
Burden of Proof: The "What Changed?" Argument from "A Medley of Interesting Disability Cases"

Burden of Proof: The "What Changed?" Argument from "A Medley of Interesting Disability Cases"

Hegger v. Unum Life Ins. Co. of America, 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 28587 (N.D. Cal. 2013) Facts and holding: Plaintiff Tami Hegger (“Hegger”) was employed as a medical device sales representative until she left work in December…

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California Employee Rights Law…

California Employee Rights Law Blog

Comments on Employee Benefits and Employment Law. By Adams, Nye, Becht L.L.P.

http://www.calemployeerights.com/

Mar 14
More on Don't Speak Clauses (aka Non-Disparagement Clauses) in Employment Agreement

More on Don't Speak Clauses (aka Non-Disparagement Clauses) in Employment Agreement

We blogged about these non-disparagement clauses previously - that they can appear simple, but there are many problems that arise when an employee simply signs off on it and then can't speak about his or her employment experience if he or…
Feb 28
Watch Out for those Don't Speak Clauses (aka Non-Disparagement Clauses) in Employment Agreements!

Watch Out for those Don't Speak Clauses (aka Non-Disparagement Clauses) in Employment Agreements!

Employers have been trying to include non-disparagement clauses in employment exit agreements for a long time but they seem to have gained some popularity recently. The New York Times recently ran an opinion piece, "Fired? Speak No Evil", by…
Feb 12
Court Broadens Anti-Discrimination Protections with Associational Discrimination Ruling

Court Broadens Anti-Discrimination Protections with Associational Discrimination Ruling

A California Court of Appeal has come down with a landmark decision in Rope v. Auto-Chlor System of Washington, Inc. (2013) 220 Cal.App.4th 635, recognizing associational disability discrimination under the California Fair Employment and…

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San Francisco Bay Area Lawyer Blog

Comments on Bay Area employment law. By The Mazzola Law Office P.C.

http://www.sfbayareaemploymentlawyerblog.com/

Feb 8
The ADA, the Unruh Act, and California's Construction-Related Accessibility Standards Act

The ADA, the Unruh Act, and California's Construction-Related Accessibility Standards Act

Click here for the link to Part 1 of this Article dealing with the ADA or here for the link to Part 2 of this Article dealing with the Unruh Act and California's Construction Related Accessibility Standards Act. Commercial property owners…
Feb 7
The ADA, the Unruh Act, and California’s Construction-Related Accessibility Standards Act

The ADA, the Unruh Act, and California’s Construction-Related Accessibility Standards Act

Click here for the link to Part 1 of this Article dealing with the ADA or here for the link to Part 2 of this Article dealing with the Unruh Act and California’s Construction Related Accessibility Standards Act. Commercial property…
Feb 7
The ADA, the Unruh Act, and California’s Construction-Related Accessibility Standards Act

The ADA, the Unruh Act, and California’s Construction-Related Accessibility Standards Act

Click here for the link to Part 1 of this Article dealing with the ADA or here for the link to Part 2 of this Article dealing with the Unruh Act and California’s Construction Related Accessibility Standards Act. Commercial property…

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Florida ERISA Blog

Covers recent developments in ERISA and employee benefits law in Florida. By Marcus Castillo.

http://floridaerisa.blogspot.com/

Jun 25
Lessons From The Howard Case

Lessons From The Howard Case

Last year I had the opportunity to attend a gathering of many of the ERISA litigators in Florida, both plaintiff and defense. One of the hot topics at that conference was a case known as Howard v. Hartford Life & Accident Insurance Co.…
May 21
A Great Resource Book

A Great Resource Book

I recently had the opportunity to review PLI's ERISA Litigation Answer Book 2013.If you're new to ERISA litigation and need a quick overview of the landscape or need a handy desk reference this is a great resource. The Q and A format combined…
May 6
ERISA Liens: Big As Ever

ERISA Liens: Big As Ever

In my last blog post I overviewed the opposing arguments heard by the Supreme Court in U.S. Airways v. McCutchen. On April 16, 2013 the court handed down its decision: one clearly favorable to health insurance carriers seeking reimbursement…

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Pensions & Benefits Weblog

Covers accounting, cash balance plans, IRS 409A, PPA and more.

http://fuguerre.wordpress.com

Nov 17
Waiver of PBGC Premium Penaltie

Waiver of PBGC Premium Penaltie

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation has codified it policy guidance on premium penalty waivers as an appendix to its premium payment regulation, effective for PBGC actions taken on or after December 18, 2006. [FR E6-19436] The PBGC…
Nov 17
Waiver of PBGC Premium Penaltie

Waiver of PBGC Premium Penaltie

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation has codified it policy guidance on premium penalty waivers as an appendix to its premium payment regulation, effective for PBGC actions taken on or after December 18, 2006. [FR E6-19436] The PBGC…
Nov 1
By Any Other Name

By Any Other Name

This is not the first time I’ve amended the title of my pensions and benefits weblogging. Except whereas my previous change came on the heels of discovering a non-EB blog that had already been using the name I’d originally given this…

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