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Department of Labor (DOL)
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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is a cabinet-level federal agency that focuses on the welfare of American workers. It’s responsible for enforcing labor laws, promoting safe working conditions, and ensuring fair employment practices. The DOL also oversees programs related to unemployment benefits, job training, and workplace safety.
Is DOL Already Backing Away from 401k Fiduciary Enforcement?
Big fiduciary news—and could signal a broader DOL policy shift under President Trump. While normally bullish on filing…
April 17, 2017
DOL in Open Revolt Over Fiduciary Rule Delay
Russia, immigration, health care—Trump has bigger fish to fry, so don’t expect much movement with the fiduciary rule one way…
April 13, 2017
What An Examination of 52,000 Retirement Plans Found
Retirement plan fee savings analysis shows participants could cut costs by .25% annually without sacrificing performance.
April 12, 2017
What the United Airlines Incident Says About Fiduciary Excellence
When do you do your best work? When someone tells you what and how to do it, or…
April 11, 2017
DOL Delays Fiduciary Rule for 60 days
It seems like we’ve been here before. The Department of Labor announced a 60-day extension of the applicability…
April 4, 2017
The Fiduciary Rule Delay is Really Bad – Here’s Why
ERISA expert Ary Rosenbaum clues us in on why (he believes) this is the best the industry will…
April 3, 2017
401(k) Funeral at NAPA Summit?
“Back in D.C., things are cray-cray right now,” Brian Graff said to laughter. “I came to Vegas for…
March 19, 2017
How the DOL’s Delay Will Help the 401(k) Fiduciary Rule
Fiduciary Rule Delay raises concerns over retirement advice costs, IRA rollovers, and small business access to services.
March 12, 2017
Why Choice is Champion in the New 401(k) Fiduciary World
Fiduciary rule 401(k) advisors gain insights on ERISA 3(38), compliance, and outsourcing to enhance plans and reduce liability.
March 8, 2017
4 Ways to Make Sense of 401(k) Fiduciary Rule Confusion Now
The Department of Labor fiduciary regulations—and the media and political swirl over the past several months—has us all…
March 8, 2017