Shields v. Local 705, International Brotherhood of Teamsters Pension Plan

RIPPLE, Circuit Judge.

Terrence Shields brought this action against Local 705, International Brotherhood of Teamsters Pension Plan (“the Local 705 Pension Plan” or “the Plan”) and various individuals who have served as administrators or trustees of the Plan. In the claims relevant to this appeal, he alleged (1) that he is entitled to promissory estoppel under the federal common law to enforce a promise by Local 705 that his service with his previous employer would count toward his pension benefits; (2) that the deduction of health insurance premiums from his monthly pension check violates…