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Structured Notes, including Auto-Callable Structured Notes, have become popular among retail securities investors.  Most brokerage firms offer Auto-Callable Structured Notes to their clients and market those products as safe, income producing investments.  In reality, investing in Auto-Callable Structured Notes is a high-risk proposition and often not suitable for most retail securities investors.  As reported by […]

Christopher Barrett Reynolds (CRD#: 5976029) was a previously registered broker. Broker’s History He entered the securities industry in 2017 and previously worked with Wesbanco Securities, Inc., and Pruco Securities, LLC. Allegations of Misconduct According to publicly available records released by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), in August 2024, without admitting or denying the findings, […]

Larry Joseph Michaels (CRD#: 4351477) is a registered Broker and Financial Advisor with Crown Capital Securities, L.P., in Orange, CA.   Broker’s Background He entered the securities industry in 2001, and previously worked with Prudential Securities Incorporated; Pruco Securities Corporation; New England Securities; Crown Capital Securities, L.P.; J.P Turner & Company, LLC; and Legacy Advisory […]

Andrew David Schell (CRD#:6536347) is a previously registered broker and investment advisor. Broker’s Background He entered the securities industry in 2015 and previously worked for Merril Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated and D.A Davidson & Co. Current and Past Allegations of Conduct Leading to Investment Loss According to publicly available records released by the […]

The Story Behind Real Estate Investment Trusts and the Silver Star REIT   The Wolper Law Firm is currently investigating claims for those clients who have experienced investment loss in the Silver Star Properties Non-Traded Real Estate Investment Trust.  Non-Traded Real Estate Investment Trusts (“Non-traded REITs”) do not trade a public securities exchange.  For this […]

In the complex world of finance, understanding the concept of arbitration and its benefits for investors is crucial. Arbitration, a dispute resolution process outside the courtroom, offers several advantages over traditional litigation. It provides a more practical and cost-effective means to resolve conflicts between parties. The impartiality of arbitrators, typically experts in their field, ensures […]

Have you ever wondered why some investments are a complete disaster? You put your hard-earned money into a promising opportunity, only to watch it vanish. Well, my friend, let me introduce you to unsuitable investments. Unsuitable investments refer to those tempting opportunities that are simply unsuitable for you. They don’t align with your investment profile, […]

Have you experienced devastating stock market losses? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure about how to recover your hard-earned money? A securities fraud attorney may be the solution you’ve been searching for. Imagine this: you’ve invested your savings in the stock market, hoping for a brighter financial future. However, unforeseen circumstances have led to significant […]

Do you know the factors that can make or break a securities litigation case? Understanding what determines the success rate in such legal battles is crucial. Securities litigation refers to legal disputes arising from violations of industry regulations and laws governing financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, and derivatives. These cases typically involve allegations of […]

Regarding securities litigation, selecting the right attorney cannot be overstated. Having an experienced and knowledgeable attorney to represent you in a securities litigation case can be the difference between success and failure. Choosing the right attorney requires more than just finding someone with the right credentials; it requires careful consideration of the attorney’s experience, expertise, […]