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 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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Are There State Securities Laws?
The federal and state governments each have their own securities laws and regulations. If a company is selling securities, it must comply with both federal and state securities laws. If a …
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Who Brings Class Actions?
Anyone who has been harmed or injured by a particular person or entity in violation of a law and who generally has claims which are typical of other similarly situated people, has no conflicts of …
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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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