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My employer provided a retirement plan (401k, pension, etc.) as a benefit, I was let go from my job, is there anything I can do to claim that money?

Agency: Labor & Economic Growth

Questions regarding employer pension, retirement or 401k plans should be directed to the:

United States Department of Labor

Employee Benefits Security Administration

The Detroit District Office address is:

211 West Fort Street, Suite 1310

Detroit, MI 48226-3211

Phone: (313) 226-7450 Fax: (313) 226-4257

Web site: www.dol.gov/ebsa


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