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The court affirmed judgment in favor of SDCERS, upholding the pension plan administrator's authority to recoup overpayments made to former city employees. The court rejected claims for conversion, breach of fiduciary duty, writ of mandate, and declaratory relief.
Krolikowski v. San Diego City Employees' Retirement System
What Happened
A former San Diego city employee claimed the retirement system wrongfully took back pension money that had been overpaid to him. He also accused the system of breaching its contract and failing in its fiduciary duty to act in his best interest.
What the Court Decided
The court sided with the San Diego City Employees' Retirement System. The judge upheld the pension administrator's right to recover overpayments from former employees' retirement benefits. The court rejected all of the employee's claims, including allegations of wrongful handling and breach of duty.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling confirms that pension administrators have broad authority to recoup money they accidentally overpay to retirees. Workers receiving pension benefits should carefully verify their payment amounts and keep records. If you receive more than you're entitled to, the system can legally require you to return it, even if it was their error. This emphasizes the importance of reviewing retirement statements promptly and reporting any discrepancies.
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