Current Pension Topics: Lesson From NYSUT Scandal
By JOEL L. FRANK
     In 1989 the New York State United Teachers Benefits Trust, a unit of the New York State Teachers union, signed an agreement with the Aetna Life Insurance Company that required Aetna to pay the Benefits Trust a fee in return for the Benefits Trust's endorsement of an Aetna 403(b) variable annuity pro
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YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY
By DAVID BROWN
     A Social Security card and number are almost essentials for life in 21st century America. That is why Social Security wants to make sure that if you or a family member is applying for a new or a replacement Social Security card, you understand the new rules on what identifying documents you will nee
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Know Your Rights: 'De Novo' Review Right Limited
By JAMES A. BROWN
     When the Department of Citywide Administrative Services ("DCAS") renders a decision adverse to civil servants (or certain job applicants), the New York City Civil Service Commission has traditionally provided an avenue for relief. While employees often falter before the CSC, its existence is invalua
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