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The Importance of ERISA Status for Severance Plans
Verrill Dana LLP 
July 22, 2025 "A recent First Circuit decision ... illustrates how ERISA preemption of state law protects employers where a former employee asserts state law claims alleging improper termination of employment to avoid paying severance benefits. This post describes the benefits of ERISA preemption, provides an overview of the First Circuit decision, and highlights key aspects courts look to in determining whether a severance program is an ERISA plan." [Orabona v. Santander Bank, N.A., No. 24-1905 (1st Cir. Jun. 16, 2025)] MORE >> |
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