CA security and investment fraud
Asked in San Jose, CA - October 27, 2008 21:33.
Asked in San Jose, CA - October 27, 2008 21:33.
Written by Avvo Staff, almost 4 years ago.
The violation of federal and state securities investing and trading laws is known as securities fraud. This can include a stockbroker who gives bad investment advice, or who doesn't explain the... more
Written by attorney Debra Speyer, over 3 years ago.
The Arbitration Clause. At first glance, some investors may not notice the arbitration clause in their new account form. All brokerage firms insist that this form be signed before they will accept... more
Written by attorney Richard Woodford, over 3 years ago.
Really know who you are dealing with BEFORE money or personal information changes hands. The lesson to be gleaned from the Madoff investment scandal is this: Do not rely only on personal... more
Written by attorney Robert Savage, about 3 years ago.
Your Best Option: Hang up.. Simply, hang up. Do not be worried that you are being rude - remember that the caller has interrupted you whether they call during dinner or at other times of the day.... more
Written by attorney Robert Savage, about 3 years ago.
Can you sue yoru broker?. Yes, you (or any investor) can file an arbitration claim against your stockbroker, brokerage firm, or other investment professional for stock fraud, bad investment advice,... more
Written by attorney Jon Forehand, about 3 years ago.
Determine if you qualify for relief. The safe harbor provision can be used only by a qualified investor in a taxable account, not a tax deferred account, where a lead figure was charged under... more
Written by attorney Adam Savett, almost 3 years ago.
Understand the Enormity of the Issue. During the period from 2006 to 2008, more than $35bn in securities class actions and regulatory settlements were finalized. It is fairly well settled that an... more
Written by attorney Jon Forehand, almost 3 years ago.
Know how the scheme works. Affinity fraud con artists target members of a particular religious group, ethnic group or nationality. Often the con artist has the same religious affiliation, ethnic... more
Written by attorney Ronald Sarno, almost 3 years ago.
Has anyone wised up to these frauds?. The American economy in the last two years took a very bad hit with the subprime mortgage crisis, the collapse of certain well known and very large financial... more