Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck reveals disclosures about securities broker Fred Chen (also known as Fredrick Chen) [CRD: 5766069, Irvine, California]. Fred Chen worked
for LPL Financial LLC from August 17, 2017, to May 15, 2018, Arque Capital, Ltd. from May 8, 2018, to February 24, 2020, and has been employed with Emerson Equity LLC since January 22, 2020. Recent disclosures reveal concerns about Chen’s conduct, including allegations of breaches of fiduciary duty, negligence, and regulatory violations.
Emerson Equity LLC Client Files FINRA Arbitration Claim for Breach of Contract and Misrepresentation (October 10, 2024)
On October 10, 2024, a client of Emerson Equity LLC filed a FINRA arbitration [Case No. 24-02152], alleging breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, negligent misrepresentation, breach of contract, overconcentration, and violation of Regulation BI. Damages are unspecified. This matter is currently pending resolution.
Emerson Equity LLC Client Seeks $600,000 in FINRA Arbitration for Misrepresentation and Negligence (August 27, 2024)
On August 27, 2024, another client of Emerson Equity LLC filed a FINRA arbitration [Case No. 24-01843], alleging breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, gross negligence, misrepresentations, and omissions. The client also alleged violations of FINRA rules, federal securities laws, and the California Securities Act. Damages sought include $600,000 in compensatory damages. This case is pending resolution.
Fred Chen's Emerson Equity LLC Client Pursues FINRA Arbitration Claim for Unsuitable Investments (August 20, 2024)
On August 20, 2024, a client filed a FINRA arbitration [Case No. 24-01942] against Fred Chen and Emerson Equity LLC. The claim involves allegations of breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, negligent misrepresentation, breach of contract, overconcentration, and violation of Regulation BI. The claims pertain to corporate debt products purchased between 2020 and 2021. Damages requested include compensatory damages, interest, and punitive damages. This matter is pending resolution.
Emerson Equity LLC Client Settles $100,000 Breach of Fiduciary Duty Dispute for $30,000 (December 1, 2022)
On December 1, 2022, a client complaint was filed against Emerson Equity LLC, alleging negligence, unsuitable recommendations, misrepresentations and omissions, breach of fiduciary duty, and violations of FINRA rules. The dispute involved corporate debt products, and the client sought $100,000 in damages. On June 3, 2024, the matter settled for $30,000.
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