OPDU Report 25 - November 2008

Bulletin Board
Claims Report

Some typical examples of the subject matter of claims in which we have been involved are as follows:

  • Incorrect formulas used for calculating benefits
  • Interpretation of Trust Deeds
  • Overpayment of Benefits
  • Misapplication of Scheme Rules
  • Seeking Court Directions
  • Early retirement & ill-health disputes
  • Rectification proceedings
  • Accounting irregularities
  • DC choices of investment funds
  • Pension Sharing Orders
  • General administration errors
  • TUPE issues
  • Misrepresentations by trustees
  • Transfer Values
  • Incorrect quotations
  • Discrepancies between scheme documentation and administration practice
  • Delays in transfer and payments of benefit assets

The issues have involved individual claim sums ranging up to £20m to date. Experience demonstrates the importance of the accuracy of data and we recommend trustees ensure that regular data health checks are undertaken.

 




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