Five retired MLB umpires file lawsuit over retirement benefits

Five retired MLB umpires, including Joe West, have filed a lawsuit against their retirement plan in federal court in New York. The umpires claim they are owed over $2 million due to miscalculations in their benefits under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. West stated that when he raised concerns with the plan’s retirement committee, he was offered a small amount before being encouraged to pursue legal action. The umpires seek compensation for the alleged shortfall after unsuccessful settlement negotiations. A pretrial conference is scheduled for December 11.

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