22 Mar 2022
The Enforcer! What to Do When the DOL Comes Knocking
Since ERISA’s enactment, the DOL has maintained a robust investigatory program for enforcing the fiduciary and prohibited transaction provisions of Title I of ERISA. DOL's ERISA enforcement activities and investigations remain a high priority under the Biden administration and ERISA plan fiduciaries and service providers can expect the DOL to continue its ever-evolving enforcement program targeting both fiduciaries and nonfiduciary service providers.
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