May 4, 2012

RECENT FINRA AWARDS

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The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, or FINRA, recently awarded the following settlements in arbitrations:  

 

Robinson v. Schmerman, FINRA ID # 12-00389 (Phoenix, AZ, 4/18/2012) - A sole Arbitrator, in a bifurcated Rule 12801 default proceeding, holds a broker who allegedly failed to follow instructions liable to a customer for $538,400, including $100,000 in punitive damages.

 
 
Robinson v. Community Bankers, FINRA ID # 11-00722 (Richmond, VA, 4/20/2012) - A Panel gives an unusually detailed account of the numerous motions filed in the case and, after deciding them, awarded $142,000 to the customer claimants.
 
 

Securities Lawyer, Lars K. Soreide, of Soreide Law Group, PLLC, has represented clients nationwide. If you or a family member have sustained investment losses due to your stock broker or financial advisor’s recommendations of these or other REITs, call for a free consultation on how to potentially recover your losses. To speak with an attorney call 888-760-6552, or visit our website at: www.securitieslawyer.com.

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