ERISA Standard of Review

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Turning up the power of the lens raises the heat

Today’s case demonstrates that the actions of benefits administrators are worth some thought on the part of a plaintiff lawyer looking to heighten the level of scrutiny that is applied by a reviewing court. Kosiba v. Merck & Co., 2004 U.S.App.LEXIS 19164 (3d Cir. 9/14/2004). Anyone who litigates cases brought under the ERISA statute (Employee […]