Pennsylvania Stockbroker and Investment Fraud Attorney Robert Wayne Pearce and his legal team at the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. specialize in representing investors who have suffered losses due to stockbroker and financial advisor misconduct throughout Pennsylvania.

Have you fallen victim to investment fraud? Are you looking for an experienced attorney to help you fight for the compensation you deserve?

You need an investment fraud lawyer who is dedicated to protecting your rights as a Pennsylvania-based investor.

For more than four decades, we have assisted investors in addressing stockbroker misconduct. We recognize the stress and frustration that investment fraud can cause, and we are dedicated to guiding you through the legal proceedings to hold accountable those at fault.

Since 1980, we have been devoted to helping investors and have successfully recovered over $175 million in settlements and verdicts on their behalf. View client testimonials here. We have experience handling all types of securities fraud cases and utilize all available legal avenues from the federal level to Pennsylvania law as it applies to investment fraud cases. Don’t let investment fraud ruin your financial future – contact the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. today via our quick-response form, or call our Philadelphia office line at (800) 732-2889.

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How a Pennsylvania Investment Fraud Attorney Can Help You

If you’ve suffered financial losses due to investment fraud, our Pennsylvania investment fraud attorneys at the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. can help you understand your rights and recover your losses. Below we discuss common types of securities violations and how our experienced lawyers can assist.

Misrepresentation and Omissions

Brokers must provide accurate and complete information about investments. Misrepresenting or omitting material facts violates Pennsylvania Securities Act (§1-401), empowering investors to seek compensation. Our investment fraud lawyers can investigate your case, identify misleading statements, and help recover your losses.

Churning (Excessive Trading)

Excessive trading or “churning” occurs when brokers execute unnecessary transactions primarily to generate commissions. This practice violates federal securities laws, including SEC Rule 15c1-7. Attorneys at the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. are skilled at identifying signs of churning, analyzing trading records, and holding responsible parties accountable.

Unauthorized Trading

When brokers buy or sell securities without authorization, they breach fiduciary duties under Pennsylvania Securities Act (§1-402). If you’ve experienced unauthorized transactions, our lawyers can help by thoroughly investigating your case and initiating legal action to recover your investments.

Ponzi Schemes and Pyramid Schemes

Ponzi schemes involve using funds from new investors to pay earlier investors, violating both federal and state laws, including Pennsylvania’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (UTPCPL). Our investment fraud attorneys have extensive experience uncovering fraudulent schemes and aggressively pursuing compensation for victims.

Breach of Fiduciary Duty

Brokers and financial advisors must act in their clients’ best interests. Violations constitute breaches under Pennsylvania Associations Code (§1712). The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. attorneys can identify breaches of fiduciary duty and seek financial recovery on your behalf.

Failure to Diversify Investments

Failure to properly diversify investment portfolios exposes investors to unnecessary risks, violating the fiduciary duties outlined in Pennsylvania securities regulations. Our skilled attorneys can evaluate your portfolio, determine whether negligence occurred, and pursue claims to recover your losses.

Negligence and Overconcentration

Brokers who negligently recommend high-risk investments violate regulatory standards set by FINRA. Our investment fraud attorneys understand these complexities and can advocate for you by holding brokers accountable and recovering your lost investments.

Other Common Securities Violations

  • Insider Trading
  • Market Manipulation
  • Unsuitable Investment Recommendations
  • Failure to Supervise Brokers

Pennsylvania and Federal Investor Protection Resources

Key regulatory agencies that enforce investor protections include:

Statute of Limitations for Investment Fraud in Pennsylvania

Under Pennsylvania law, investors typically have one year from the discovery of fraud (and no more than five years after the fraudulent act) to file claims. Federally, claims must usually be filed within two years of discovery or five years after the fraud occurred.

How Our Investment Fraud Attorneys Advocate for Investors

If you suspect fraud, contacting the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A. can significantly improve your chances of recovering financial losses. Our investment fraud lawyers can:

  • Provide expert representation and legal guidance
  • Investigate financial records and uncover evidence of fraud
  • Identify responsible parties and file regulatory complaints or lawsuits
  • Negotiate aggressively or litigate to obtain maximum financial recovery

Can I Recover my Investment Losses?

In order to recover your investment losses, you must prove that your broker-dealer or financial advisor violated the Pennsylvania Securities Act, breached their fiduciary duty to you as an investor or was negligent in advising you and/or managing your account.

In most cases, this means filing a FINRA arbitration claim against the broker-dealer and/or representative.

The majority of securities fraud cases are handled by FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) rather than being brought to the court system.

FINRA arbitration is a streamlined, cost-effective way to resolve disputes between investors and their brokers without going to court – it also allows you to collect punitive damages, which are not available in civil court.

 

Did You Know . . . Investment Fraud Attorney Robert Pearce Has Single-Handedly Collected Over $175 Million On Behalf of His Clients

In the last 20 years alone, Robert Pearce has recovered over $175 million for his investor clients. In fact, he has recovered funds for over 99% of his investor clients through various avenues of recovery, including settlements, arbitrations, and court litigation. 

No investment fraud firm can ever guarantee the same or similar results in any given case. However, when you hire the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A., you can sleep well knowing you are in qualified and capable hands. Attorney Robert Pearce has represented hundreds of investors over his 45 year career and in the last 20 years alone recovered over $175 million for his investor clients.

Robert Pearce will fight for your rights day in and day out to get you the recovery you are entitled to.

What Can an Investment Fraud Lawyer Do for Investors?

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An investment fraud lawyer helps investors recover investment losses that they lost due to a financial advisor or broker who did not act in their best interest. Typically, the lawyer will help the investor recover their losses through a process called FINRA arbitration.

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Contact a Pennsylvania Securities and Investment Fraud Attorney Today

The Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A., is a law firm specializing in representing defrauded investors recover. Pennsylvania investment fraud lawyer Robert Wayne Pearce specializes in getting individuals their money back from bad investments using any and all available methods.

If you are an investor who has recently dealt with investment loss due to potential securities or investment fraud, we want to help.

If you have questions about how to move forward, contact our team online or call our Philadelphia office line at (800) 732-2889 for a free confidential consultation with a Pennsylvania securities lawyer. We will fight aggressively for your financial recovery and for justice.

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[Written by attorney Robert Wayne Pearce (Attorney Bio)]