There has been a substantial increase, over recent years, in illegal actions by both Wall Street firms and corporate individuals which, has led to innocent investors becoming victim of stock or securities fraud.
American investors have been the most badly hit, as an unprecedented rise in corporate fraud, has taken place over the last 10 years or so and as the result many American investors have declared themselves bankrupt.
When we first begin investing in the stock market, the majority of us will use a broker or brokerage firm, to act on our behalf and advise us on what is a good deal. Unfortunately, for many investors, the trust we put into our broker is abused and our investment is used in high risk investments which only benefit the broker and not the investor.
Some of the ways in which are broker can risk or even lose our money include over concentration, withholding important information regarding the investment, churning (selling of securities to make high commissions), excessive trading and embezzlement.
If you are careful from the start, then stock fraud can easily be avoided. Run background checks on the company or individual you have chosen and if you can ask, them to provide references from previous clients. Above all ensure they are listed with the Government Investment Board.
When a investment is put to you ensure you receive all relevant information, including all the pro’s and con’s and if you are not one hundred percent comfortable with the investment then do not invest. Remember it is a broker’s obligation to provide all paperwork involving any investment.
No doubt the most important rule is never give your broker clearance to invest without your prior agreement. Many investors trust their broker’s judgement and allow them to act on their behalf. This may work well for a time, but many a broker gets greedy and your investment could go down the drain.
Keep an eye on the stock market yourself on the internet and, if you are a novice to the stock market then stick to stocks, shares and the money market to play safe. Do not invest in anything you are unsure about.
Employing an experienced stock fraud attorney is important if you have been subject to stock fraud. Supply your attorney with as much information and paperwork regarding any investments your broker was involved with and this will enable them to recoup some, if not all of your lost investment.
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