Have you fallen victim to investment fraud? Are you looking for an experienced attorney to help you fight for the compensation you deserve?
Mississippi securities attorney Robert Wayne Pearce at the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce P.A., has extensive experience representing investors and organizations in investment loss/investment fraud and securities arbitrations through FINRA in the State of Mississippi.
You need an investment fraud lawyer who is dedicated to protecting your rights as a Mississippi-based investor.
We understand the frustration and stress that comes with being a victim of investment fraud, and we are here to help you navigate the legal process and hold those responsible accountable.
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 Mississippi 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 (800) 732-2889.
Definition of Investment Fraud and Securities Fraud
The term investment fraud is often used synonymously with securities fraud, referring to the employment of deceptive tactics, such as providing false or misleading information, to coerce investors into making decisions that lead to significant financial losses. Unscrupulous brokers might go as far as directly stealing funds or securities from investors.
Example Scenario: A broker convinces an investor to allocate a substantial part of their retirement funds into a high-risk, non-liquid investment. Minimizing the dangers and exaggerating the possible gains, the broker urges the investor to decide swiftly. Eventually, the investment does not succeed, resulting in considerable financial losses for the investor.
When you first hired your broker-dealer, it’s likely that you trusted them to put your best interests first. Unfortunately, many brokers and financial advisors don’t live up to their fiduciary duty or have committed outright securities fraud. They might mislead you about investments, conceal risks, engage in excessive trading (churning) to generate commissions, or overcharge you with hidden fees.
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Mississippi and Federal Laws That Protect Investors
Mississippi investors benefit from a robust framework of protections designed to ensure fair and transparent markets. These safeguards include:
- Key Laws and Regulations
- Mississippi Securities Act: The cornerstone of Mississippi investor protection, this law combats fraud, mandates the registration of most securities, and provides avenues for investors to seek recourse if they’ve been misled.
- Mississippi Business Corporation Act: This outlines shareholder rights and the responsibilities of company leaders, aiming to ensure that corporations act in the shareholders’ best interests.
- Mississippi Regulation of Trade, Commerce and Investments:This broad law empowers investors to take action against unfair or deceptive investment practices.
- Governing Agencies
- Mississippi State Securities Board: This agency is the primary watchdog for the Mississippi securities industry. They register offerings, license brokers, investigate misconduct, and educate investors about their rights.
- Office of the Mississippi Attorney General (Consumer Protection Division): Focused on consumer protection, this office can intervene in cases of investment fraud or other deceptive practices that harm Mississippi investors.
- National Regulatory Bodies
- FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority): FINRA oversees all broker-dealers in the US, setting ethical standards, enforcing securities laws, and providing investor education resources. They work alongside the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) for broad investor protection.
Useful Resources
- Mississippi Securities Division: https://www.sos.ms.gov/securities/mississippi-securities-laws
- Office of the Mississippi Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division: https://attorneygenerallynnfitch.com/divisions/consumer-protection/
- FINRA: https://www.finra.org/
- The SEC – https://www.sec.gov/
How our Mississippi Securities Law Attorneys Can Help You
While losses are a natural aspect of investing, brokers who engage in fraudulent practices may face legal accountability. If you suspect you’re a victim of investment fraud, reaching out to a seasoned investment fraud attorney is crucial. Furthermore, it may be necessary to inform regulatory agencies such as the SEC or FINRA about possible market manipulation or insider trading activities.
The sooner you act, the greater your chances of recovering compensation. At the Law Offices of Robert Wayne Pearce, P.A., we have helped countless investors recover their losses due to investment fraud. We will thoroughly investigate your case, uncovering any misrepresentation or fraudulent activity, and fight to get you justice and the compensation you deserve.
If you’ve incurred financial losses because of a stockbroker’s or advisor’s negligence or fraud, the simplest method to determine if you have a viable case is to contact our office at 800-732-2889. Here’s how our adept and seasoned investment fraud law firm can represent your interests:
- Represent & Advise: We’ll stand as your legal representative, advising you on your rights and options throughout the process.
- Investigate & Analyze: We’ll thoroughly investigate your case, meticulously analyzing financial documents and potential fraudulent schemes to uncover evidence of wrongdoing.
- Identify Liable Parties: We’ll work strategically to identify all potentially liable parties, including brokers, financial advisors, and financial institutions.
- File Complaints & Lawsuits: We’ll file formal complaints with regulatory agencies (such as the SEC or FINRA) and, when necessary, initiate lawsuits to protect your interests.
- Litigate & Negotiate: We are skilled litigators ready to fight aggressively for you in court or arbitration. Additionally, we’ll negotiate tirelessly to secure the most favorable settlement possible.
- Recover Losses: Our ultimate goal is to recover your financial losses and protect you from further harm. We are results-driven and committed to achieving the maximum financial recovery you deserve.
Can I Recover my Investment Losses?
In order to recover your investment losses, you must prove that your broker-dealer or financial advisor engaged in misconduct such as securities law violations, breached their fiduciary duty to you as an investor or acted negligently.
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
Over the past two decades, Robert Pearce has secured more than $175 million in recoveries for his investor clients. Remarkably, he has successfully retrieved funds for over 99% of his investor clients, utilizing diverse methods such as settlements, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
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 40 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?
What Can an Investment Fraud Lawyer Do for Investors?
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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What Are the Statute of Limitations?
When dealing with investment fraud cases, acting quickly is crucial due to the statutes of limitations under both Mississippi and federal laws, which establish deadlines for submitting legal actions. In Mississippi, the time limit for filing a securities fraud claim aligns with the federal law, which is five years from the date the violation occurred or two years from when the fraud could reasonably have been identified. Consulting with a lawyer promptly is essential to make sure your claim is submitted within these specified periods.
Contact a Mississippi 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. Mississippi 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 by phone at 561-338-0037 for a free confidential consultation with a Mississippi securities lawyer. We will fight aggressively for your financial recovery and for justice.
Our law firm serves clients across the state:
- Jackson
- Gulfport
- Southaven
- Biloxi
- Hattiesburg
- Olive Branch
- Tupelo
- Meridian
- Greenville
- Horn Lake
- Pearl
- Madison
- Starkville
- Clinton
- Columbus
- Ridgeland
- Vicksburg
- Pascagoula
- Brandon
- Oxford
Robert Wayne Pearce brings decades of direct experience in FINRA securities arbitration, positioning him as a leading authority on this subject both in the United States and globally.