Erisa

/ˈerɪsə/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A U.S. federal law enacted in 1974 that regulates employee benefit plans, including retirement and health plans, to protect participants.
    ERISA mandates reporting and disclosure requirements for pension plans.

Forms

  • erisa

Commentary

Commonly referenced by its acronym; drafting often requires attention to compliance and fiduciary standards under the statute.

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