12/5/05 I left my employer and had a small 401k. I requested to cash out as it was small amount. 1/06 checked Manual life and account was still listed as active and open. I called Manul life to discuss closing account. I was told need special paper work from previous employer. So called again and also called the TPA who handles account. I was told that it would be looked into. I informed them on the advice from Manul life I would be contacting Dept of Labor if no call back. Guess what 3 days later received paper work. I promptly filled out and sent certified mail to TPA. They received it 3/3/06. I called today 3/27/06 to see about status of funds. I was told she sent it to manual life the same day she received it 3/3/06. She said she would look into it and asked that I call Manul Life to find out what the status of check was. I called Manual life and as of today 3/27/06 still has not received paper work. Account is still open and active. How do I get this money? As of 4/5/06 it will be 4 months trying to get what is mine. I am on unemployment and it will run out soon. Please tell me how I can light a fire under them? Is it legal for it to take this long? Thank... for any response.