Compliance

A planner thought he might have stumbled upon a loophole in program regulations. The reality is more complicated.

The number of reported ransomware attacks increased by nearly 50% in 2025.

"Employers must now prepare for dual compliance at both federal and state levels, and advisors play a critical role in ensuring they're ready," said Wes Hill, vice president, regulatory affairs, for RxBenefits.

The new campaign shows the system as the "fox guarding the hen house."

Although plan documents stipulate that these expenses would be paid by the company or from forfeited matching contributions, the plaintiffs allege that Ford instead paid them from the plan assets of participants.

Employers and employees could contribute to tax-advantaged accounts to fund education and training expenses.