Exporting ERISA After Walter Canada

Video discusses landmark decision, which creates a substantial barrier to controlled group claims in Canada, and which may provide a template for other jurisdictions.

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Latham & Watkins partners Bradd Williamson and Mitchell Seider discuss the recent Canadian court decision that dismisses ERISA controlled group claims and its potential impact on lenders and other creditors in restructuring situations. 

For more on general pension and OPEB issues in connection with bankruptcies in the US, read Latham’s white paper covering 40-plus FAQs that has been updated in the wake of the Walter Energy case.

 
 
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