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Sixth Circuit Holds TPAs Do Not Get a Free Pass from ERISA’s Fiduciary Duties

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In a decision about ERISA’s fiduciary duties and transparency, the Sixth Circuit in Tiara Yachts, Inc. v. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan held that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM), a third-party administrator...more

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The Gag Clause Quandary for Self-Insured Group Health Plans—New FAQ Guidance

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The Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury, with the Office of Personnel Management (the “Departments”) jointly released FAQs About Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 Implementation Part 69...more

Morgan Lewis - ML Benefits

Dont Forget to Invite the Committee to the Party Fiduciary Committees as Parties to a Vendor Contract

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In many situations, practitioners recommend establishing a fiduciary committee to oversee ERISA-covered employee benefit plans. There are several reasons for this, including providing a well-defined process for...more

McAfee & Taft

DOL confirms cybersecurity guidance applies to health and welfare plans

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On Friday, September 6, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor confirmed that its cybersecurity guidance applies to all employee benefit plans, including health and welfare plans. In 2021, the DOL issued guidance providing best...more

Epstein Becker & Green

Addressing Data Privacy and Security Provisions in COVID-19 Related Service Provider Agreements and Beyond

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Employers’ engagement and use of various types of vendors has expanded recently, to include vendors who assist with office re-entry screening and contact tracing as employees return to work during the COVID-19 pandemic. ...more

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