Things You Should Know

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Protecting the Victims of Financial Fraud and Broker Misconduct

In these difficult economic times, almost all investors have seen significant drops in their investment portfolios. Some of these changes are the result of normal and expected changes in the stock market due to a fluctuating economy, but other losses come from broker misconduct and mismanagement of funds.

If you have concerns about your investments, come to the Stockmarketloss.com practice group of Hermann, Cahn & Schneider in Cleveland, Ohio. Contact our offices today to schedule a free consultation.

Red Flags

• Investment portfolios can be complicated and are often difficult to understand without a thorough understanding of investment instruments. Most of the time, though, people don't recognize misconduct on the part of their financial professionals until they have suffered a significant loss in the stock market or are suddenly paying much more than expected for an insurance policy. However, some events should raise a red flag, alerting to you to potential misconduct or other questionable actions before you suffer any financial loss.

Is the Broker your Adviser or Just a Stock Peddler?

• In advertisements, brokerage firms portray themselves as warm and trusted advisors, prepared to monitor your investments and protect you from losses in the stock market. In fact, brokers are frequently only seeking to make money for themselves, and they'll work to sell you anything you might be willing to buy without properly monitoring these investments or offering timely advice.

Securities Law FAQ

• People who have suffered financial losses often have many questions; to assist investors who are considering pursuing legal claims, we have compiled general information regarding many of the most common questions. For answers about your specific concerns, contact our firm.

Arbitration or Court?

• If you have suffered losses in the stock market as the result of broker misconduct, you may have questions regarding the proper forum for your legal claims. Frequently, the answer to this question depends upon the contractual relationship between you and your financial advisor. We can help you determine the proper forum for your dispute.

Why Act Now?

• A delay in pursuing your legal claims related to financial misconduct may prevent you from bringing them at all. Don't wait to pursue your claims until your investments have disappeared completely. If you are worried about misconduct or investment scams, we can help you consider your options.

If you have suffered a significant financial loss in the stock market or fear that your portfolio is failing because of investment scams, come to our offices. Our lawyers can help you understand your rights and options. Contact us today to schedule a free case evaluation.