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Investment Fraud Ponzi Scheme vs. Pyramid Scheme: What Investors and Practitioners Need to Know
Ponzi schemes and pyramid schemes are often mistaken for one another because both ultimately collapse once the flow of new money slows. That similarity, however, obscures critical differences. The confusion is not merely academic; it carries serious…
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Current Investigations Walton Land Fund Exposed!
Dr. Craig McCann and his firm, Securities Litigation Consulting Group, examined the Walton Land Fund 3 private placement and determined that “Walton launders extraordinary fees through property transactions and reports inflated fair values for property…
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Investment Fraud How Long Does the FINRA Arbitration Process Take?
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) provides a forum for mediation and arbitration to resolve disagreements and protect investors. In general, a dispute based on your financial advisor’s misconduct could take 12 to 18 months to resolve.
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Current Investigations Rene Javier Castro & The Sale of GWG Bonds
Rene Javier Castro was recently the subject of another arbitration alleging the unsuitable recommendation of GWG B onds. Castro has been licensed in the securities industry since 1994 and registered with 16 different FINRA – licensed brokerage firms.
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Investment Fraud Oakes & Fosher Wins Million Dollar Marc Korsch Case
In the only arbitration tried to date involving the actions of stockbroker Marc Korsch, Oakes & Fosher secured a seven-figure dollar award on behalf of its Florida client. The client had invested in an equity-indexed annuity recommended by Marc Korsch, and…
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Investment Fraud SEC Warns Investors About Coronavirus-Related Scams
Whenever there is a public panic, you can bet that there are wrongdoers behind the scenes looking to exploit the vulnerable and line their own pockets. A statement released on February 4, 2020 by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cautioned…
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Investment Fraud UBS Financial’s Yield Enhancement Strategy Leads to Large Losses for Many Investors
There is a fairly new type of investment strategy making the rounds among large investment firms that is garnering a lot of negative attention. This strategy involves trading uncovered short options in the attempt to disguise premiums as consistent returns.…
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