Lawyered

85: Pensions Law (Ross Gascho)


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On this episode, we're discussing the most current topics in the area of pensions law, featuring the head of Fasken's practice group, Ross Gascho. Topics: "super-priorities" and the Pension Protection Act; fiduciary duties for pension plan trustees; correcting for pension over- and under-contributions.

⚫ When pension plan payments take a "super-priority" in insolvency proceedings, how will that impact broader financing objectives? (8:59)⚫ What sorts of fiduciary obligations are owed by pension plan trustees? (18:18)⚫ How will new ITA amendments help to correct for under- and over-contributions for defined contribution pension plans? (29:15)⚫ Our Ask-Me-Anything segment, featuring questions submitted by patrons of the Lawyered community (37:00πŸ”΅ How do provincial and federal legislation differ concerning pension and benefit plans in Canada? (37:39)πŸ”΅ How much say (if any) do employees have in the direction and strategy of their company's pensions plan? (40:45)πŸ”΅ Tell us about the role and responsibilities of pension plan administrators and their potential liabilities. (43:20)πŸ”΅ What sorts of ADR mechanisms are typically used to resolve pensions-related disputes? (45:48) ✨ Read the full episode transcript HERE ✨ Learn more about the topics/cases on the Lawyered website✨ Help to declutter the law on the Lawyered crowdfunding page

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