Category Archives: Retirement Plans

When it’s time to leave

Like George Costanza who always tried to leave on a high note in an episode of Seinfeld, I always try to leave at the right time. Most of the time, it’s the right time. Sometimes it’s like the last episode … Continue reading

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You’re Not Here To Make Friends

There are essentially two types of people at any company: management and the employees. I always say that I would never hire an employee because I was one (which will change in a few weeks, stay tuned). One of the … Continue reading

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Avoid the Norma Principle

The Peter Principle is a management theory concept in which the selection of a candidate for a position is based on the candidate’s performance in their current role, rather than on abilities relevant to the intended role. So the theory … Continue reading

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Nestle sued over 401(k) plan

Nestle is the latest target of ERISA litigators and is being sued 0ver excessive administrative fees. The Nestle Plan has more than 39,000 participants and approximately $4.2 billion in assets. The complaint in the suit alleges that the plan’s expenses … Continue reading

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2021 Challenges For 401(k) Plan Providers

My latest article on JDSupra.com can be found here.

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The Rosenbaum Law Firm Review

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Solving The Mystery Of What A TPA Does

My latest article for JDSupra.com can be found here.

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Keep politics to yourself

Someone I really respect in the industry posted on Twitter that her husband’s certified financial planner (CFP) told him that people who wear masks in this COVID pandemic as her husband was wearing a mask. The CFP just lost a … Continue reading

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Sometimes, you have to be a Scrooge to keep things correct

I’m very opinionated, you know that. My opinions are just opinions, based on my experiences for 22 years as an ERISA attorney. Mainly, they are still based on my near 10 years as an attorney working for third party administrators … Continue reading

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Critics aren’t necessarily haters

There have been some critical op-eds of late, criticizing 401(k) plans. Some of the criticism wasn’t warranted as the writer seemed to get things wrong on cost. I don’t really pay attention to criticism, whether it’s warranted or not. For … Continue reading

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