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Data shows that the gender wage gap continues, with women earning less then men. A new study illustrates how that gap impacts retirement possibilities for women. Some public officials hope new legislation can create shifts….
Read Moreabout Impacting Retirement: Pay Inequity

ERISA lawsuits continue at the rapid cookie-cutter pace now possible because of established legal precedents. Industry experts report that as ERISA lawsuits become ever more commonplace, smaller plans are feeling the heat. Disruptive and Expensive…
Read Moreabout 401k Lawsuits?

Nothing! As in building opportunities seem to be literally everywhere, with no sign of stopping. Highway expansions, speedy train lines, housing—you name it, it’s cropping up. Amazingly, new building projects are cropping up everywhere—not just…
Read Moreabout What’s Not Being Built In Texas?

  The Federal Aviation Administration has approved plans for an AirTrain that will connect La Guardia Airport to existing public transportation options. Although not everyone is happy with the plans, the project is close to…
Read Moreabout NYC AirTrain: $2.1 Billion

If you have made a will—great! Now, don’t forget to periodically review it. In addition to making sure it still reflects your assets and intentions, you may note errors that you previously did not spot….
Read Moreabout Correcting A Will?

Trusts can be an important way to provide for children, or other family members with special needs upon your death. When you create a trust, you can make choices about how the disbursements are to…
Read Moreabout Trust Distributions?

ERISA experts urge plan sponsors to better monitor the cybersecurity practices of service providers. Although responsibilities may be delegated, your fiduciary obligation to provide the highest duty of care remains. Here’s what you need to…
Read Moreabout Monitoring Plan Service Providers

 Maybe some of the employees at your small business are restless and resigning—as are millions across the country. Maybe you are bringing in new talent—as you grow your business and attract workers looking for increased…
Read Moreabout Resignations and Retirement Accounts?

When the artist Robert Indiana died in 2018, his wish was for his old home in Maine to be converted to a museum so that his artistic vision would continue to inspire future generations. Sadly,…
Read Moreabout Courtroom Hostilities Cost Artist’s Estate Millions