Legal Case Summary

Randal Andersen v. DHL Retirement Pension Plan


Date Argued: Fri Nov 08 2013
Case Number: 12-36051
Docket Number: 7836990
Judges:Schroeder, Paez, Berzon
Duration: 34 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Randal Andersen v. DHL Retirement Pension Plan** **Docket Number:** 7836990 **Court:** [Specify Court if Known] **Filing Date:** [Specify Filing Date if Known] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Randal Andersen - **Defendant:** DHL Retirement Pension Plan **Background:** Randal Andersen initiated a lawsuit against the DHL Retirement Pension Plan seeking benefits under the retirement pension plan provided by his employer, DHL. The case centers around Andersen’s claim of entitlement to certain pension benefits that he contends were wrongfully denied or miscalculated by the plan administrators. **Issues:** 1. Whether Randal Andersen is entitled to the pension benefits he claims under the DHL Retirement Pension Plan. 2. Whether the plan administrators' decision regarding the calculation and distribution of pension benefits complied with the relevant regulations and plan guidelines. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff’s Argument:** Andersen asserts that he qualifies for pension benefits based on his years of service and contributions to the plan. He contends that the plan administrators made errors in the calculation of his benefits and failed to follow the proper procedures required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). - **Defendant’s Argument:** The DHL Retirement Pension Plan argues that they acted within their rights under the plan provisions and applicable law in denying or adjusting Andersen's benefits. They maintain that the calculations provided were accurate and in compliance with stated policy guidelines. **Outcome:** [Specify the outcome of the case if known, e.g. ruling, settlement reached, or ongoing status.] **Significance:** This case highlights the complexities involved in pension benefit claims under ERISA and the responsibilities of both the plan administrators and beneficiaries. The decision may have implications for similar pension benefit disputes and the interpretation of plan provisions regarding eligibility and calculation of retirement benefits. **Conclusion:** The resolution of Randal Andersen v. DHL Retirement Pension Plan will serve as a legal precedent in determining how pension plans administer benefit calculations and the enforcement of rights afforded to employees under ERISA. [Note: Details such as court name, filing date, and outcome should be filled in or specified based on actual case documentation if available.]

Randal Andersen v. DHL Retirement Pension Plan


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