Arkansas Carpenters Health and Welfare Fund

The Oklahoma-Arkansas Carpenters Health and Welfare Fund is a multi-employer benefit plan that provides comprehensive health, medical, and death benefits to eligible union members and their families. Established as a 501(c)(9) trust, the fund serves as a third-party payer for healthcare services and is managed by Southern Benefits Administrators. The organization is notably active in the legal sphere, frequently serving as a lead plaintiff in high-profile pharmaceutical antitrust litigation and class-action lawsuits regarding "pay-for-delay" patent settlements. It aims to ensure the well-being of approximately 900 participants by providing access to essential healthcare services and financial support during medical needs.