Securities lawyers deal with shares of stock, bonds and debentures issued by corporations and governments to evidence ownership and terms of payment of dividends or final pay-off.
What Is An Ipo?
The very first sale of stocks to the public is called an initial public offering (IPO), and occurs on the primary market. Corporations sell stock to the public as one way to raise capital. Before …
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What If I Suspect Affinity Fraud?
Print out a complaint form (http://www.sec.gov/complaint/selectconduct.shtml) or write a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) at:
SEC Complaint Center
450 Fifth Street, …
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Individual Protection when a Brokerage Firm Fails or Files for Bankruptcy
Many financial advisers and do it yourself financial websites advise that you have a diverse portfolio that combines savings and investments. For many Americans, that means investing with brokerage firms which can be a lucrative or nerve wracking experience. In order to provide some sense of stability and predictability for people who invest their money with brokerage firms, Congress …
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