Industry Groups Respond to Trump’s Retirement Plan for Workers Lacking 401(k) Access
Trump’s announcement prompted reactions from the ICI, ARA, IRI, and more
When Complexity Becomes Risk: Fiduciary Exposure in the Next Phase of SECURE 2.0
Another exclusive installment of our “How Not to Get Sued” Deep Dive explores how to…
Executive Q&A: Curtailing ERISA Litigation and Understanding Best Practices with Bonnie Treichel
Highly regarded ERISA attorney Bonnie Treichel, Founding Partner and Chief Solutions Officer…
Employees Link Retirement Plan Accessibility as Top Reason for Participating
Almost all respondents in the ICI survey said that participating in the accounts helped them…
A quarterly series devoted to 401(k) advisors and the topics that mean the most to them. In our first-ever quarterly Deep Dive series, high-profile ERISA attorneys (including those doing much of the suing) break down why plans are targeted—and what advisors and sponsors must do to protect themselves.
How Not to Get Sued: A 401(k) Specialist Deep Dive
Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Excessive fee claims. Forfeiture lawsuits. Voluntary…
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How Not to Get Sued 2026: Part 2
High-profile ERISA attorneys—including the ones doing most of the suing—sound off on why…
How Not to Get Sued in 2026: Part 1
High-profile ERISA attorneys—including the ones doing most of the suing—sound off on why…
401(k) Specialist Podcast
How Not to Get Sued: Lessons from ERISA Expert Witness Eric Dyson
Lessons from ERISA Expert Witness Eric Dyson on how to reduce fiduciary risk and be better prepared if the Department of Labor comes calling.
