Many people put their life savings into investments, hoping to build some wealth to see them through retirement, put their kids through college or just make life a little easier. When these investments turn out to be fraudulent, it can do tremendous damage. This is...

Securities fraud is an umbrella term that includes various financial crimes such as Ponzi schemes, pyramid schemes and other fraudulent activities. One fairly common type of securities fraud is known as a "pump and dump" scheme. This type of fraud can be difficult for...

When an investor finds themselves in a dispute with their broker or investment advisor, they may wonder what their options are. One option is arbitration which may not be as involved as the court process. It is worth considering as an option to help resolve...