Legal Protections You May Lose Under a Non-ERISA Plan
Participants in employer-sponsored benefit plans governed by ERISA enjoy substantial federal protections that non-ERISA plan participants do not. The distinction creates significant…
Choosing Between an ERISA and Non-ERISA Retirement Plan
Retirement plan selection presents employers with a critical strategic decision: ERISA or non-ERISA. This choice involves balancing regulatory compliance against administrative flexibility….
What Types of Benefit Plans Are Exempt From ERISA?
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) governs most employer-sponsored benefit plans, yet several categories remain exempt from its regulatory framework. Understanding…
The Key Legal Differences Between ERISA and Non-ERISA Plans
The distinction between ERISA and non-ERISA plans carries significant legal implications for employers, administrators, and participants alike. ERISA’s thorough federal framework imposes…