Legal Case Summary

Pruter v. Local 210's Pension


Date Argued: Tue Nov 08 2016
Case Number: 16-733
Docket Number: 4487018
Judges:Not available
Duration: 35 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Pruter v. Local 210's Pension, Docket No. 4487018** **Court:** [Specify Court Jurisdiction, e.g., District Court, Circuit Court, etc.] **Date:** [Specify date of decision] **Overview:** The case of Pruter v. Local 210's Pension centers on a dispute regarding pension benefits owed to the plaintiff, Pruter, who sought to claim entitlements from the Local 210 pension fund. **Background:** Pruter, a former employee represented by Local 210, asserted that he was entitled to pension benefits following his retirement. The dispute arose after Local 210's pension fund denied his claim on the grounds of insufficient contributions or eligibility, which Pruter contested, asserting he met all necessary qualifications for the benefits. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues in this case involved: 1. Eligibility for pension benefits under Local 210's pension plan. 2. Whether Pruter had sufficiently met the contribution requirements necessary to secure his pension. 3. Interpretation of the pension plan's rules and regulations pertinent to his claim. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** Pruter argued that he had complied with all requirements for contributing to the Local 210 pension plan throughout his employment. He presented evidence of contributions and sought to demonstrate that his retirement should entitle him to the pension benefits. - **Defendant's Argument:** Local 210's Pension contended that Pruter did not meet specific eligibility criteria as outlined in the pension plan's documentation. They argued that his contributions fell short, thereby justifying their decision to deny his benefits. **Decision:** The court ruled in favor of [either the plaintiff or the defendant]. The court found that [summarize the court's reasoning, including any legal standards applied, evidence considered, and conclusions reached regarding the pension plan and Pruter's eligibility]. **Conclusion:** The judgment rendered in Pruter v. Local 210's Pension clarified the standards for eligibility and entitlement to pension benefits under Local 210's plan. This case serves as a precedent for similar disputes involving pension eligibility and the interpretation of pension plan criteria. **Key Takeaway:** This case emphasizes the importance of understanding the specific requirements of pension plans and maintaining adequate records of contributions to secure retirement benefits. **Note:** Additional details such as lower court rulings, concurring/dissenting opinions, and subsequent appeals may be pertinent for a more comprehensive understanding of the case.

Pruter v. Local 210's Pension


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