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A $6.1 million settlement was approved in this ERISA class action concerning alleged violations related to a defined contribution retirement plan. The court awarded class counsel $2,033,332.13 in attorney fees (approximately 33% of the settlement fund) plus $152,891.22 in expenses.
Ferguson v. BBVA Compass Bancshares Inc – Settlement Summary
What Happened
Workers who participated in PNC Financial Services Group's retirement savings plan sued the company, claiming it violated rules protecting their retirement benefits. The dispute centered on how the company managed its defined contribution retirement plan—the type where workers and employers contribute money that grows over time until retirement.
What the Court Decided
The court approved a $6.1 million settlement to compensate affected workers. The company agreed to pay this amount to resolve the allegations without admitting wrongdoing. The court also awarded the workers' lawyers approximately $2 million in fees and expenses for handling the case.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case shows that courts take retirement plan protections seriously. When companies mismanage retirement accounts, workers can band together and recover money. The settlement reminds employers they must follow strict rules when handling employee retirement savings. For workers, it demonstrates that legal action can result in meaningful compensation when retirement benefits are improperly handled.
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