Carol Buckmann
PartnerCarol Buckmann is a partner at Cohen & Buckmann PC who previously practiced with major law firms. She has worked as an attorney in the employee benefits field for over 30 years.
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This does not mean that plan sponsors and committee members cannot insist on getting non-conflicted fiduciary advice; it just makes their job harder.
July 30 -
This does not mean that plan sponsors and committee members cannot insist on getting non-conflicted fiduciary advice; it just makes their job harder.
July 26 -
Plan administrators who make foolish mistakes are begging for an invasive audit from the IRS or Department of Labor. Here are some common errors that will trigger your plan’s worst nightmare.
June 29 -
Ignorance is no excuse when it comes to a possible ERISA audit. Here are some hard truths to common mistakes sponsors have in their heads.
June 18 -
Ignorance is no excuse when it comes to a possible ERISA audit. Here are some hard truths to common mistakes sponsors have in their heads.
June 15 -
Despite the recent Fifth Court ruling, it’s too soon to say the regulation is dead. There may be a rehearing, and most importantly, best practice standards will live on.
March 26 -
Despite the recent Fifth Court ruling, it’s too soon to say the regulation is dead. There may be a rehearing, and most importantly, best practice standards will live on.
March 23 -
Scheduling on-site training, attending webinars and preparing yearly checklists are among the best ways employers can fulfill their responsibilities.
March 15 -
Scheduling on-site training, attending webinars and preparing yearly checklists are among the best ways employers can fulfill their responsibilities, says benefits lawyer Carol Buckmann.
March 1 -
Plan sponsors should keep in mind that while the coverage isn’t legally required, it’s needed protection if breach accusations occur.
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