Multiemployer Benefits to non union members

[Guest Adam Kotlar]

Hello - I am an attorney conducting some preliminary research to find the statutory, regulatory or judicial precedent which would confirm that a Heath and Welfare Fund formed as a Multiemployer Plan can extend Fund benefits (for a fee) to non union member individuals, when the individuals do not have any employment relationship with any of the employers who do participate in the Plan. It is contemplated that the non union member individuals will be members of a business association that will have a relationship with the Fund.

Any information on this topic would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance for your assistance.

Adam