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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.
Nine Insurance Trade Groups Sue DOL Over Fiduciary Rule
The lawsuit is the second since the DOL announced its new rule in April
May 28, 2024
FACC Files Second Lawsuit Against DOL Fiduciary Rule
FACC's new lawsuit aims to halt the DOL from applying its rule until the first case is resolved
May 22, 2024
Broadridge 360: Challenges and Opportunities in the New Fiduciary Marketplace
Jason Roberts of Pension Resource Institute discusses how the DOL’s latest fiduciary rule will impact seasoned and emerging professionals
May 20, 2024
DOL Opens Abandoned Plan Program to Retirees of Bankrupt Companies
The changes would make it easier for Chapter 7 bankruptcy retirees to terminate, wind up and distribute retirement benefits
May 16, 2024
House, Senate Resolutions Introduced to ‘Disapprove’ DOL Fiduciary Rule
Resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act filed today seeks to invalidate final rule set to take effect in September
May 15, 2024
Fred Reish Unpacks the DOL’s New Fiduciary Rule
Noted ERISA attorney Fred Reish Esquire, Partner at Faegre Drinker, shares his thoughts on some of the rule’s…
May 13, 2024
DOL Fiduciary Rule Hit with First Lawsuit
The lawsuit filed by the FACC says the DOL violated the Fifth Circuit's previous 2018 verdict that had vacated the 2016 fiduciary rule
May 3, 2024
Breaking Down the Basics: DOL Fiduciary Rule
A webinar hosted by Endeavor Retirement discussed what advisors need to know about the DOL's final fiduciary rule
April 29, 2024
Capitol Hill Fiduciary Rule Reaction: Praise and Ridicule
Of those speaking out about it, Democrats in favor while Republicans vow to fight the controversial final regulation
April 26, 2024
The Latest Changes Made to the DOL’s Final Fiduciary Rule
Among the revisions in the DOL final rule includes omitting one aspect of the three-part test
April 23, 2024