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Workers seek justice in 401(k) fraud case


February 28, 2012 by Jake Simms

Here’s the latest case of a company owner playing fast and loose with employees’ retirement income:

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Failed firm still on hook for benefits


February 2, 2012 by Jake Simms

Just because a business is going under doesn’t mean it can avoid paying workers their benefits.

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Workers cash in on employer’s high fees


January 3, 2012 by Jake Simms

Here’s what can happen when workers suspect their 401(k) fees are too high:

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A steep penalty for shoddy 401(k) handling


December 20, 2011 by Jake Simms

Companies that take liberties with employees’ retirement plans eventually get caught. The latest example:

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This stock option plan was a big loser


November 10, 2011 by Jake Simms

Some employees love stock options – but companies often stumble over the rules.

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Offering stock costs firm $21.5 million


October 25, 2011 by Jake Simms

Letting employees invest in company stock when it’s a risky investment can land a company in hot water.

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Sorting out new fee-disclosure regs


July 21, 2011 by Jake Simms

Ready or not, the Labor Department’s fee-disclosure requirements go into effect on Jan. 1.

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The paperwork blunder any firm can make


July 19, 2011 by Jake Simms

No doubt your company clients try making it as easy as possible for employees to invest in their retirement plans. That strategy can backfire if they go too far.

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The big risk in changing a retirement plan


July 2, 2011 by Jake Simms

When changing an employer-based retirement plan, make sure that all employees benefit from the changes.

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Feds don’t miss this accounting slight of hand


May 18, 2011 by Jake Simms

These two execs figured there was only one way they could keep their company in business:

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