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What Is A Security?
A Security is an investment instrument. It includes investments such as stocks, notes, bonds, debentures, investment contracts, interests in limited partnerships, and warrants, rights, or options … more
What Are The Federal Securities Laws?
Congress enacted the Federal Securities Laws In an effort to curb future excesses and to provide fair disclosure to investors. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) administers these laws. … more
What Do These Securities Laws Cover?
The Securities Act generally requires companies to give investors full disclosure of all material facts, the facts investors would find important in making an investment decision. This Act also … more

Shareholder Agreements
Shareholder agreements, also known as stockholder agreements, are important for many businesses but particularly for closely held businesses and family businesses. A shareholder agreement is negotiated and executed before any business problems develop. Shareholder agreements provide businesses with a roadmap of how to act in certain situations. Also, in privately held companies, some … more
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 … more