Mar 8, 2022

Mark Cohen Formerly With BCG Securities

DID MARK CHARLES COHEN CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Mark Cohen Formerly With BCG Securities Has 5 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Mark Cohen formerly with BCG Securities? Mark Cohen (CRD #4534879) who was formerly registered with BCG Securities and located in New York, New York is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Mark Cohen was also the subject of a FINRA investigation while employed at MetLife Securities, Inc. according to FINRA, Mark Cohen allegedly prepared and submitted several false expense reports to the brokerage firm seeking reimbursement pursuant to the firm’s marketing reimbursement program.  Mark Cohen consented to a permanent bar by FINRA from any further association with any member firm in any capacity. Mark Cohen Customer Complaints Mark Cohen has been the subject of 5 customer complaints that we know about, one of those complaints was filed in the last year to recover investment losses. One of Mark Cohen’s 5 customer complaints was settled in favor of investors. Two of Mark Cohen’s customers’ complaints were denied and, to date, the customers have not taken any further action. There are currently two pending customer complaints filed against BCG Securities for investment losses caused by Mark Cohen’s alleged misconduct. Allegations Against Mark Cohen A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Client alleged Mark Cohen’s misrepresentation in the sale of a variable life insurance policy. Client requested the firm to terminate the policy without the imposition of a withdrawal charge. Client alleged Mark Cohen’s misrepresentation in the sale of a variable annuity and variable life insurance policy. Client alleged the sale by Mark Cohen of various variable annuities were unsuitable due to her age and financial needs. Client requested the firm to rescind all contracts and refund her original investment, plus gains, without the imposition of surrender charges. Damages unspecified. Customer alleged Mark Cohen’s unsuitable sale of investment due to improper due diligence. Mark Cohen Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Mark Cohen did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Mark Cohen at BCG Securities on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Mark Cohen has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at BCG Securities also raises questions about the brokerage firms’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At BCG Securities Due To Mark Cohen If you have questions about BCG Securities and/or Mark Cohen and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

Kathryn Cosgrove of Goldman Sachs & Co.

DID KATHRYN COSGROVE CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Kathryn Cosgrove Of Goldman Sachs & Co. Has 2 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Kathryn Cosgrove of Goldman Sachs & Co.? Kathryn Cosgrove (CRD #6208931) who is currently registered with Goldman Sachs & Co.and located in New York, New York is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Kathryn Cosgrove Customer Complaints Kathryn Cosgrove has been the subject of 2 customer complaints that we know about. Both of Kathryn Cosgrove’s customers’ complaints were denied and, to date, the customers have not taken any further action. Allegations Against Kathryn Cosgrove A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Client alleged that Kathryn Cosgrove’s disclosure of tax loss harvesting strategy for the client’s managed account did not adequately explain that the strategy would result in a reduction in cost basis, notwithstanding the strategy’s adherence to the tax loss harvesting methodology described in marketing materials provided to the client and client’s consent to invest in the strategy. Customer alleged that Kathryn Cosgrove’s investment advice, particularly communications regarding selling one fund that led to substantial tax gains, did not meet customer’s tax expectations. Kathryn Cosgrove Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Kathryn Cosgrove did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Kathryn Cosgrove at Goldman Sachs & Co. on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Kathryn Cosgrove has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Goldman Sachs & Co. also raises questions about the brokerage firms’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Goldman Sachs & Co. Due To Kathryn Cosgrove If you have questions about Goldman Sachs & Co. and/or Kathryn Cosgrove and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

Jason Wolter of Morgan Stanley

DID JASON W. WOLTER CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Jason Wolter Of Morgan Stanley And Formerly With J.P. Morgan Securities And Deutsche Bank Securities Has A Customer Complaint For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Jason Wolter of Morgan Stanley? Jason Wolter (CRD #2934037) who is currently registered with Morgan Stanley and located in Greenwich, Connecticut is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Jason Wolter was associated with J.P. Morgan Securities, Deutsche Bank Securities and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. Jason Wolter Customer Complaint Jason Wolter has been the subject of at least one customer complaint that we know about. The allegations made in the FINRA reported customer complaint for investment losses were client alleged unauthorized trading regarding municipal bond, mutual fund, structured product and ETF investments. The customer complaint filed against Jason Wolter’s current employer Deutsche Bank Securities and J.P. Morgan Securities for investment losses caused by the alleged misconduct is pending as of the date of this report. Jason Wolter Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Jason Wolter did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Jason Wolter at Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Deutsche Bank Securities on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Jason Wolter has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Deutsche Bank Securities also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Morgan Stanley Due To Jason Wolter If you have questions about Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan Securities, Deutsche Bank Securities, and/or Jason Wolter and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

Andrew Sukhin of Morgan Stanley

DID ANDREW GEORGE SUKHIN CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Andrew Sukhin Of Morgan Stanley Has 9 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Andrew Sukhin of Morgan Stanley? Andrew Sukhin (CRD #2102283) who is currently registered with Morgan Stanley and located in New York, New York is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Andrew Sukhin Customer Complaints Andrew Sukhin has been the subject of 9 customer complaints that we know about, one of those complaints was filed in the last year to recover investment losses. One of Andrew Sukhin’s 9 customer complaints resulted in an arbitration award in favor of the investor. Three of Andrew Sukhin’s 9 customer complaints were settled in favor of investors. Five of Andrew Sukhin’s customers’ complaints were denied and, to date, the customers have not taken any further action. Allegations Against Andrew Sukhin A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Client alleged that Andrew Sukhin inappropriately advised him to establish an off shore account which resulted in tax penalties; client also alleged Mr. Sukhin inappropriately recommended a variable annuity. Client alleged, inter alia, Andrew Sukhin’s misrepresentation with respect to managed account investments. Client alleged Andrew Sukhin’s failure to disclose prepayment penalty on express credit loan. Clients alleged that their accounts were engaged in unsuitable and unauthorized transactions by Andrew Sukhin. Additional allegations included, breach of contract, violations of the FINRA Suitability Rules, breach of fiduciary duty, failure to supervise and control person liability, negligence and unauthorized trading. Customer alleged that agreement existed with Andrew Sukhin whereby he promised an 8% return per year. Andrew Sukhin’s alleged failure to disclose risks associated with the purchase of auction rate securities. The client alleged Andrew Sukhin’s failure to follow instructions with respect to investment guidelines. Damages unspecified. Unauthorized, excessive trading allegedly by Andrew Sukhin. Andrew Sukhin Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Andrew Sukhin did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Andrew Sukhin at Morgan Stanley on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Andrew Sukhin has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Morgan Stanley also raises questions about the brokerage firms’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Morgan Stanley Due To Andrew Sukhin If you have questions about Morgan Stanley and/or Andrew Sukhin and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

Gregory Pease Formerly With International Assets Advisory

DID GREGORY THORMANN PEASE CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Gregory Pease Formerly With International Assets Advisory And Wells Fargo Clearing Services Has 10 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Gregory Pease formerly with International Assets Advisory? Gregory Pease (CRD #2416561) who was formerly registered with International Assets Advisory and located in Hoboken, New Jersey is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Prior to International Assets Advisory, Gregory Pease was associated with Wells Fargo Clearing Services and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. Gregory Pease Customer Complaints Gregory Pease has been the subject of 10 customer complaints that we know about. Six of Gregory Pease’s 10 customer complaints were settled in favor of investors. One of Gregory Pease’s customers’ complaints was denied and, to date, the customer has not taken any further action. There are currently three pending customer complaints filed against Hayden Royal, International Asset Advisory, Noblebridge Wealth Management, Wells Fargo Clearing Services, and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, for investment losses caused by Gregory Pease’s alleged misconduct. Allegations Against Gregory Pease A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Authorized third-party alleged Gregory Pease’s amount of trades performed in the disputed managed accounts and the fees associated with them were not consistent with the client’s objectives. Claimant alleged that Gregory Pease churned his account and recommended unsuitable money managers. Claimant claimed breach of fiduciary relationship, negligence, and lack of supervision allegedly by Gregory Pease. Client alleged that Gregory Pease failed to follow investment directives. Client initiated based on advice two annuity redemptions in which no taxes were withheld. Creating unexpected tax liability and increase Medicare premium costs. Client claimed lack of clarity and understanding of the advisory fees being charged on her accounts as result of annuity and account consolidation strategy. Client experienced investment loss in recent Q4 2018 market correction, in which losses occurred. Client stated unsuitable ETF and investment strategy with her tolerance and investor profile allegedly committed by Gregory Pease. Clients made allegations of unsuitability and unauthorized trading by Gregory Pease. Plaintiffs alleged that Gregory Pease did not properly explain the premium payments of an insurance product. The claimants alleged Gregory Pease made unsuitable recommendations. The claimants also alleged Mr. Pease made misrepresentations regarding the risks associated with their accounts. The customer alleged unauthorized transactions and misrepresentation by Gregory Pease. Gregory Pease Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Gregory Pease did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Gregory Pease at International Assets Advisory and Wells Fargo Clearing Services on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Gregory Pease has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at International Assets Advisory and Wells Fargo Clearing Services also raises questions about the brokerage firms’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At International Assets Advisory Due To Gregory Pease If you have questions about International Assets Advisory, Wells Fargo Clearing Services, and/or Gregory Pease and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

John Sandler of Equitable Advisors

DID JOHN BRUCE SANDLER CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? John Sandler Of Equitable Advisors Has A Customer Complaint For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is John Sandler of Equitable Advisors? John Sandler (CRD #3100310) who is currently registered with Equitable Advisors and located in Mineola, New York is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. John Sandler Customer Complaint John Sandler has been the subject of at least one customer complaint that we know about. The allegations made in the FINRA reported customer complaint for investment losses were the variable life insurance policy sold to her was unsuitable for her financial situation. John Sandler’s customer complaint was denied and, to date, the customer has not taken any further action. John Sandler Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, John Sandler did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of John Sandler at Equitable Advisors on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether John Sandler has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Equitable Advisors also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Equitable Advisors Due To John Sandler If you have questions about Equitable Advisors and/or John Sandler and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

Michael New of BMO Harris Financial Advisors

DID JEREMY CHARLES NEWTON CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Jeremy Newton Of Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith, And Formerly With Morgan Stanley Has 2 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Jeremy Newton of Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith? Jeremy Newton (CRD #4206456) who is currently registered with Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith and located in Houston, Texas is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Prior to Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith, Jeremy Newton was associated with Morgan Stanley and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. Jeremy Newton Customer Complaints Jeremy Newton has been the subject of 2 customer complaints that we know about, one of those complaints was filed in the last year to recover investment losses. Both of Jeremy Newton’s customers’ complaints were denied and, to date, the customers did not take any further action. Allegations Against Jeremy Newton A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Customers alleged that Jeremy Newton did not keep them informed of the liquidity issues regarding auction rate securities and that financial advisor represented that an investment in auction rate securities was liquid. The customer alleged Jeremy Newton’s misrepresentations and failure to follow instructions. Jeremy Newton Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Jeremy Newton did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Jeremy Newton at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith and Morgan Stanley on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Jeremy Newton has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith and Morgan Stanley also raises questions about the brokerage firms’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith Due To Jeremy Newton If you have questions about Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith, Morgan Stanley and/or Jeremy Newton and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

Jeffrey McMahon of LPL Financial

DID JEFFREY HARTING MCMAHON CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Jeffrey McMahon Of LPL Financial Has A Customer Complaint For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Jeffrey McMahon of LPL Financial? Jeffrey McMahon (CRD #3087632) who is currently registered with LPL Financial and located in Alexandria, Virginia is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Jeffrey McMahon Customer Complaint Jeffrey McMahon has been the subject of at least one customer complaint that we know about. The allegations made in the FINRA reported customer complaint for investment losses were client alleged financial advisor misrepresented the terms of an annuity in regards to the amount of interest that could be withdrawn annually. Jeffrey McMahon’s customer complaint was settled in favor of the investors. Jeffrey McMahon Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Jeffrey McMahon did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Jeffrey McMahon at LPL Financial on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Jeffrey McMahon has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at LPL Financial also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At LPL Financial Due To Jeffrey McMahon If you have questions about LPL Financial and/or Jeffrey McMahon and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

Joseph Depasquale of American Capital Partners

DID JOSEPH DEPASQUALE CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Joseph Depasquale Of American Capital Partners, LLC Has 2 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Joseph Depasquale of American Capital Partners, LLC? Joseph Depasquale (CRD #4261826) who is currently registered with American Capital Partners, LLC and located in Atlanta, Georgia is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Joseph Depasquale Customer Complaints Joseph Depasquale has been the subject of 2 customer complaints that we know about, and one of those complaints was filed in the last year to recover investment losses. One of Joseph Depasquale’s 2 customer complaints was settled in favor of investors. There is currently one pending customer complaint filed against American Capital Partners, LLC for investment losses caused by Joseph Depasquale’s alleged misconduct. Allegations Against Joseph Depasquale A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Joseph Depasquale’ alleged breach of fiduciary duties, misrepresentation. The client alleges that certain investments made by Joseph Depasquale were unsuitable. Joseph Depasquale Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Joseph Depasquale did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Joseph Depasquale at American Capital Partners, LLC on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Joseph Depasquale has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at American Capital Partners, LLC also raises questions about the brokerage firms’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At American Capital Partners, LLC Due To Joseph Depasquale If you have questions about American Capital Partners, LLC and/or Joseph Depasquale and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 8, 2022

David Dunfee of Key Investment Services

DID DAVID DUNFEE CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? David Dunfee Of Key Investment Services LLC Has 3 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is David Dunfee of Key Investment Services LLC? David Dunfee (CRD #2607525) who is currently registered with Key Investment Services LLC and located in Bangor, Maine is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. David Dunfee Customer Complaints David Dunfee has been the subject of 3 customer complaints that we know about, and one of those complaints was filed in the last year to recover investment losses. One of David Dunfee’s 3 customer complaints was settled in favor of investors. Two of David Dunfee’s customers’ complaints were denied and, to date, the customers have not taken any further action. Allegations Against David Dunfee A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Client sent emails to David Dunfee alleging various issues, (poor recommendation, poor performance, poor service and unauthorized trading) regarding the $400,024.18 investment in the Jackson National Perspective II Variable Annuity. Client’s daughter sent email to KIS Service Center alleging that David Dunfee’s alleged solicitation of the additional deposit into the Protective Variable Annuity II Series B in the amount of $985,000.00 purchased was financial exploitation, and resulted in a tax bill of $48,000. Customer alleged David Dunfee’s misrepresentation of products purchased within the account. David Dunfee Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, David Dunfee did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of David Dunfee at Key Investment Services LLC on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether David Dunfee has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Key Investment Services LLC also raises questions about the brokerage firms’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Key Investment Services LLC Due To David Dunfee If you have questions about Key Investment Services LLC and/or David Dunfee and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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