Recent Surge in 401(k) ERISA Class Actions: What’s at Issue and How Is It Potentially Impacted by Recent Supreme Court Decision in Intel v. Sulyma and Thole v. U.S. Bank N.A.

In a Strafford webinar, principal William Delaney provided analysis of the recent wave of lawsuits filed against 401(k) plans and providers, discussing key issues, allegations and considerations. Covering Intel Corp. v. Sulyma and Thole v. U.S. Bank N.A. and subsequent, possible impacts on current and future litigation, the program specifically reviewed:

• What are the key allegations raised in 401(k) lawsuits, and what are the key defenses and avoidance strategies?
• How does the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Intel Corp v. Sulyma impact claims and litigation tactics?
• What are the key takeaways of the Court’s ruling in Thole v. U.S. Bank and what impact may this decision have on 401(k) litigation?