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“50th Anniversary of ERISA” Firm Cookbook

In what is becoming our new holiday tradition, we are happy to share our “50th Anniversary of ERISA” firm cookbook with vintage recipes for

Dec 11

California Regulates Use of AI by Health Plans

On September 28th, 2024, California enacted SB 1120 in an effort to balance technological innovation with the need for human judgment.

Dec 6

EBSA Requests Data to Populate New Online Tool that Helps Workers Find "Lost" Retirement Savings

Many workers lose track of their retirement savings after changing jobs or due to changes in their employers.

Nov 25

Happy Thanksgiving from Boutwell Fay!

Wishing you a safe and happy holiday. We are thankful for all the continued support this year from clients, partners, colleagues, and...

Nov 18

2025 Cost of Living Adjustments and Limits for Retirement Plans

Individuals can contribute more to their retirement accounts in 2025, as the IRS has increased the contribution limit.

Nov 4

IRS Issues New Secure 2.0 Interim Guidance re Overpayments

As we have previously posted, Secure 2.0 significantly changed the rules for correction of overpayments from qualified retirement plans (inc

Oct 28

Approaching Deadline: Health Plan Gag Clause Attestation

Since 2023 , the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (aiming to increase transparency in health care) has prohibited the use of “gag...

Oct 17

IRS Addresses Long-Term, Part-Time Employees in ERISA 403(b) Plans

On October 3rd, 2024, the IRS issued Notice 2024-73, addressing how ERISA 403(b) plans must treat long-term, part-time employees...

Oct 9

Winners and Losers and Lessons Learned

Another year of health and welfare litigation, another year of mixed results for both plaintiffs and defendants, but lessons for all.

Oct 4

Exciting Leadership Update: Katrina Veldkamp Named Partner

Boutwell Fay LLP is pleased to announce the promotion of Katrina Veldkamp to Partner, effective as of October 15, 2024. Katrina has been...

Sep 30

Welcome to Boutwell Fay, Lauren Mamaghani!

We are thrilled to announce the addition of Lauren Mamaghani to our team at Boutwell Fay. Lauren brings experience in and enthusiasm for...

Sep 26

Is Joining A MEP or PEP The Right Plan Move?

The SECURE Act of 2019 brought significant changes to multiple employer plans (MEPs) and introduced pooled employer plans (PEPs). These reti

Sep 20

Boutwell Fay, LLP Honors Alison Fay’s Legacy as she Transitions to Partner Emeritus

Boutwell Fay LLP is honored to announce the well-deserved retirement of Alison Fay, a founding member of Boutwell Fay and a leading...

Sep 12

DOL Update: Cybersecurity Guidance Applies to All ERISA Plans

EBSA Clarifies Scope of 2021 Guidance The Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) has issued a Compliance...

Sep 11

Sherrie Boutwell to Speak at DC Plans: 2024 Update and Hot Topics for 2025

Please join us on Tuesday, September 24th! Sherrie Boutwell will be speaking about "DC Plans: 2024 Update and Hot Topics for 2025" at the...

Aug 29

IRS Notice 2024-63: IRS Provides Clarity on Implementing Student Loan Match Contributions

The IRS recently released Notice 2024-63, answering questions regarding Section 110 of the SECURE 2.0 Act, which allows employers to...

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