The question presented is whether a beneficiary achieves "some success on the merits" for purposes of a fee award under ERISA Section 502(g)(1) when she obtains a significant legal victory that increases the likelihood of a favorable benefits determination and that benefits other plan participants and beneficiaries, regardless of whether benefits are ultimately awarded.

Whether a beneficiary achieves 'some success on the merits' for purposes of a fee award under ERISA Section 502(g)(1) when she obtains a significant legal victory that increases the likelihood of a favorable benefits determination and that benefits other plan participants and beneficiaries, regardless of whether benefits are ultimately awarded