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ERISA Retaliation & Self-Insurance Spikes: Kairys v. Southern Pines Trucking

Analyze the ERISA retaliation claim in Kairys v. Southern Pines Trucking. Learn how self-insured healthcare cost spikes can trigger Section 510 liability.

Court:U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
Citation:75 F.4th 153 (3d Cir. 2026)
Outcome:Affirmed Judgment for Employee on ERISA Retaliation & Interference
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Benefits2026-03-10

Reservation of Rights & Benefits Fiduciary Duty: In re Unisys

Analyze ERISA fiduciary duties and reservation of rights in In re Unisys. Learn why informal benefit promises create huge legal liabilities for employers.

Court:U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Citation:957 F. Supp. 628 (E.D. Pa. 2026)
Outcome:Summary Judgment for Employer on Contract Claims; Fiduciary Duty Claims Allowed
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Benefits2026-07-15

ERISA Preemption of Severance Disputes: Orabona v. Santander Bank

Analyze ERISA preemption rules in Orabona v. Santander Bank. Learn why structured ERISA plans protect employers from state-law contract and fraud claims.

Court:U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
Citation:141 F.4th 1 (1st Cir. 2026)
Outcome:Summary Judgment for Employer Affirmed (ERISA Preemption)
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FMLA Short Term Disability Coordination: Running STD, Workers' Comp, and PTO Concurrently (2026)

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ERISA Retaliation & Self-Insurance Spikes: Kairys v. Southern Pines Trucking

Analyze the ERISA retaliation claim in Kairys v. Southern Pines Trucking. Learn how self-insured healthcare cost spikes can trigger Section 510 liability.

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Reservation of Rights & Benefits Fiduciary Duty: In re Unisys

Analyze ERISA fiduciary duties and reservation of rights in In re Unisys. Learn why informal benefit promises create huge legal liabilities for employers.

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