Ninth Circuit Holds Tight to ERISA Interpretation Rule That Courts Will “Not Artificially Create Ambiguity Where None Exist”

In 1987 Robert Fier started working for the Boyd Group (“Boyd”) as a casino slot repairman. After a promotion to management, Fier subsequently enrolled into Boyd’s two benefits programs: a Long Term Disability (“LTD”) Policy and an Accidental Death and Dismemberment...