January 25, 2024

Alan Appelbaum Faced SEC, FINRA Sanctions

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Soreide Law Group is currently reviewing potential claims on behalf of investors who may have encountered financial setbacks due to the actions of Alan Zelig Appelbaum [CRD: 500336, Boca Raton, Florida]. Evidently, Appelbaum's employment with Aegis Capital Corp. spanned from July 8, 2015, to May 14, 2021. Investors with connections to Appelbaum are urged to look at the following disclosures concerning allegations of his conduct within the securities industry.

SEC Bars Appelbaum For Federal Securities Law Violations

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) imposed a sanction on Alan Appelbaum on December 7, 2023. Specifically, Appelbaum was permanently barred as a financial advisor and securities broker. Supposedly, Appelbaum engaged in unsuitable investment recommendations and unauthorized trading relating to variable rate interest structured products from 2017 to 2019. SEC claimed that several investors suffered significant losses. One investor alone experienced in excess of $1,000,000.

FINRA Bars Alan Appelbaum

FINRA, on September 23, 2022, penalized Alan Appelbaum following his failure to submit requested documents and information amid an examination of his sales of structured products. Consequently, Appelbaum faced a permanent bar.

Aegis Capital Corp. Client Levels Unsuitable Investment Claims Against Appelbaum

A client of Aegis Capital Corp. lodged FINRA Arbitration No. 21-01306 against Alan Appelbaum, citing unsuitable investment advice in structured products. This led to the client incurring damages of $550,000. To resolve this, Aegis Capital Corp. concluded a settlement on February 18, 2022, compensating the client in the amount of $280,000.

Aegis Capital Corp. Addresses Unsuitability And Unauthorized Transaction Allegations By Client

A client of Aegis Capital Corp. disputed Alan Appelbaum's sales practices, filing FINRA Arbitration No. 19-02773. The allegations included Appelbaum's unauthorized and unsuitable trading, resulting in damages on structured products. In response, Aegis Capital Corp. settled on January 27, 2021, paying the client $1,650,000.

Herbert J. Sims Co. Inc. Client Accuses Appelbaum Of Unsuitable Trading

A client associated with Herbert J. Sims Co. Inc. filed FINRA Arbitration No. 15-03085 against Alan Appelbaum, alleging unsuitable trading in structured products and other investments between 2012 and 2014. The client reported damages on structured products, prompting a settlement by Herbert J. Sims Co. Inc. on December 7, 2016, amounting to $20,000.

Navigating Losses With Alan Zelig Appelbaum

If Alan Zelig Appelbaum's actions have led to losses in your investment portfolio, it's essential to act promptly. Reach out to Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552 to explore avenues for reclaiming your investment losses. Operating on a contingency fee basis, Soreide Law Group is dedicated to aiding investors nationwide. Appelbaum, along with his previous employer, Aegis Capital Corp., deny any allegations of violating sales practices.

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