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Get the latest news and insights on the Department of Labor's moves around the fiduciary rule, other financial regulations, enforcement actions and more.
DOL fiduciary rule: On a collision course with the law?
By Warren S. HerschThe hope and expectations of plaintiffs in three lawsuits is that the DOL's fiduciary rule will be relegated to its proper place: the dustbin.
August 15, 2016
Consumer groups reject DOL lawsuitsThree consumer groups are asking a D.C. federal court to deny a trade groups request for an injunction against the Department of Labor (DOL).
August 12, 2016
Unchartered waters: Why this IMO is seeking FI status under DOL ruleThe DOL fiduciary rule will likely mean cuts in commissions, and more standardized payouts, for agents and advisors, says Clarity 2 Prosperity CEO Jason Smith.
August 12, 2016
Unchartered waters: Why this IMO is seeking FI status under DOL ruleThe DOL fiduciary rule will likely mean cuts in commissions, and more standardized payouts, for agents and advisors, says Clarity 2 Prosperity CEO Jason Smith.
August 10, 2016
IMOs take on enhanced sales role under the new DOL ruleThe Department of Labor's new fiduciary standard recognizes independent marketing organizations (IMO)s that broker financial products. But so far, only six IMOs have applied to be such "financial institutions."
August 10, 2016
IMOs take on enhanced sales role under the new DOL ruleThe Department of Labor's new fiduciary standard recognizes independent marketing organizations (IMO)s that broker financial products. But so far, only six IMOs have applied to be such "financial institutions."
August 09, 2016
Fight Brews in Kansas, Texas Courts Over DOL Fiduciary RuleA fight is brewing in Kansas and Texas courts over whether to allow advocates and opponents of the DOL's fiduciary rule to state their case.
August 08, 2016
The DOL fiduciary rule: What is fiduciary investment advice?Excerpts from Marcia Wagner's new book, "The Advisors Guide to the DOL Fiduciary Rule," published by The National Underwriter Company.