Ernesto Chavez (CRD: 4315877) faces a new pending claim on BrokerCheck over an investment made in 2018. The customer alleges $180,000 in damages, and no arbitrator has ruled on the claim.
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck reveals disclosures about securities broker Gene Tulley West Jr. (CRD: 1569050, Greenwood Village, Colorado). West has been registered with RBC Capital Markets LLC since March 2, 1998, and has over 38 years of experience in the securities industry.
Recent disclosures reveal concerns about West’s conduct, including allegations of unsuitable investment recommendations and misrepresentation.
On December 15, 2023, a client of RBC Capital Markets LLC filed a FINRA arbitration claim (Case No. 23-03532) against Gene West, alleging that he recommended the use of margin to achieve liquidity but “downplayed the risk” associated with margin accounts during the 2022-2023 period. The client sought damages of $100,000. The claim settled with no monetary compensation paid to the client.
Previously, on May 9, 2005, a client of RBC Dain Rauscher filed a dispute alleging that unsolicited trades in Ultimate Electronics put options and stock were unsuitable. The client sought $181,757.88 in damages. The dispute settled on November 15, 2005, through a settlement, with $85,000 paid to the client, including a $25,000 individual contribution from West.
If you have concerns regarding investments with Gene West, reach out to Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552 to consult with a securities attorney. Soreide Law Group works on a contingency basis, advances all costs, and assists investors across the country with recovering losses from sales practice misconduct. West and RBC Capital Markets LLC deny allegations of sales practice violations.
Ernesto Chavez (CRD: 4315877) faces a new pending claim on BrokerCheck over an investment made in 2018. The customer alleges $180,000 in damages, and no arbitrator has ruled on the claim.
William Tunink (CRD: 2738224) settled a customer claim for $299,000 on August 11, 2026, according to his BrokerCheck report. The customer alleged that he obtained loans from the customer, and that some of the money went into an investment.
Tony Barouti (CRD: 3031995) faces a pending $230,400 customer claim, according to his BrokerCheck report. He says the allegations in it are false. His report also lists SEC administrative and cease-and-desist proceedings from August 2025.
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