If an investment advisor, stockbroker, or financial firm’s misconduct led to you losing over $100,000, our securities lawyer serving Akron will seek justice for you. Our firm’s seasoned attorneys include some of the most respected names in the field.Â
Meyer Wilson Werning has earned national recognition, including placement in The Best Lawyers in America® by U.S. News. With 75 years of combined experience and thousands of clients served, our Ohio securities lawyers have the resources and focus to guide you through recovering your losses.Â
If your financial future feels uncertain, we can lead your claim. Call today for a free consultation.
Why Work With a Securities Lawyer From Our Law Firm?
Losing your hard-earned money to a trusted financial professional is devastating. You likely feel betrayed and unsure of where to turn. That is where our team comes in.
People choose Meyer Wilson Werning for our:
- Deep experience: We have focused on securities law since 1999.
- Proven results: We have recovered more than $350 million for clients across the U.S.
- Dedication to our clients: Our firm takes cases where a licensed advisor or firm was involved in wrongdoing. We do not chase volume or handle non-viable claims. If we take your case, we will pursue it fully.
- Respected nationally: Our lawyers are honored among The Best Lawyers in America® and regularly lead professional organizations in the field of securities law.
- Client-focused: We understand how stressful these cases are. We take the time to listen, guide you through your options, and fight for the best possible outcome.
We want to help you get back what was taken and give you a path toward financial healing. Call our national securities lawyers today for a free consultation to find out how we will work toward recovering your losses.
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Akron Securities Attorney Will Handle Your Negligence Claim
When you work with an Akron securities attorney from Meyer Wilson Werning, you get a legal team that will handle every part of your case with care and determination.Â
We build strong claims and typically present them through FINRA arbitration, which is the standard forum for most securities disputes.Â
When you come to us, we will:
- Talk with you about what happened: We will listen carefully to your story and review the details of your situation and how we can prove fraud occurred.
- Review your investments and advisor’s conduct: We will investigate whether your advisor acted negligently or violated their professional obligations.
- Gather evidence: We collect account statements, emails, prospectuses, and other documents to show how the advisor’s actions led to your losses.
- Identify violations: We determine whether your case involves unauthorized trading, improper investments, excessive trading (churning), misrepresentations, omissions, or conflicts of interest.
- Handle all legal filings: We will manage all filings for arbitration (commonly through FINRA).
- Negotiate or litigate: We will fight for a recovery of your losses through a settlement, an arbitration award.
You will never have to face your situation alone. Our firm will be by your side every step of the way.
How We Investigate Possible Securities Misconduct in Ohio
Our process is strategic and personalized. While every case is different, here is a general overview of how we work to pursue the recovery of your losses:
- Free case review: We will evaluate your case and let you know if we can help. We only accept cases involving misconduct by a licensed broker or advisor.
- Investigation: If we take your case, we will conduct a thorough investigation and gather all supporting evidence.
- Filing your claim: Most securities cases proceed through FINRA arbitration. We will prepare and file your FINRA arbitration or mediation claim based on what gives you the strongest chance of success.
- Negotiations: In many cases, parties resolve their issues before a hearing. We will push for the best result.
- Arbitration hearing: We will present your case at a FINRA arbitration hearing if needed. In rare situations, a case may proceed in court.
We will keep you informed and involved throughout this process so that you always understand where your case stands.
Our lawyers are nationwide leaders in investment fraud cases.
Compensation From a Securities Claim Can Cover Your Losses
If you have suffered monetary losses due to advisor misconduct, you could recover:
- The value of your lost investments
- Any interest or dividends you would have earned
- Legal fees and costs in certain cases
- In rare instances, punitive damages for extreme misconduct
Our Akron, OH, securities lawyers will assess the total value of your losses and fight for the full amount you deserve.
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Securities Schemes and Fraud That May Affect Your Investments
Unfortunately, misconduct by financial advisors and firms takes many forms. Some of the more common schemes and violations include:
- Unfit investments: Recommending financial products that do not match your financial goals or profile or exceed your risk tolerance
- Unauthorized trading: Buying or selling securities without your permission
- Excessive trading (churning): Trading excessively to generate commissions, not to benefit your account
- Misrepresentations and omissions: Failing to disclose key risks or giving misleading information
- Conflicts of interest: Recommending products that generate higher commissions or fees for the advisor
- Fraudulent schemes: Involvement in pump and dump, crypto, or other schemes that use your money improperly
We Limit the Kinds of Claims We Handle
If you worked with a broker or advisor who caused you financial harm by involving your money in a pump and dump, crypto, or other fraudulent scheme, we understand that you may be facing serious concerns about how to recover your losses.Â
However, if a broker or advisor was not directly involved, it is highly unlikely that our securities lawyers will be able to help you resolve your situation.Â
Our securities negligence attorneys serving Akron focus only on cases where misconduct by a licensed advisor or financial firm occurred.
What Happens During a Securities Case?
Securities cases follow a process that generally looks like this:
- Case review: We will assess whether your losses involved advisor misconduct.
- Investigation: We will collect documents and evidence.
- Claim filing: We typically file claims through FINRA arbitration.
- Pre-hearing discovery: Both sides exchange documents and information.
- Negotiation: Many cases resolve before a hearing. We will push for the best result.
- Arbitration or, in rare cases, trial: We will take your case wherever it needs to go to pursue recovery on your behalf.
This process may take several months or longer, depending on the case. We will manage everything so you can focus on moving forward.
What to Do When Securities Fraud Leads to Losses
If you suspect misconduct by your advisor:
- Don’t delay—act quickly: Firm deadlines require filing securities claims on time.
- Gather documents: Save account statements, emails, and other materials.
- Do not confront your advisor: Let your attorney handle all communications.
- Contact an attorney: Our experienced securities lawyer will know how to investigate and pursue your case effectively.
Get Help After a Loss From Our Akron Securities Lawyer Today
Losing money because of an advisor’s misconduct is serious, and we understand how difficult this situation can be. You deserve trusted guidance as you take the next step.
Our securities lawyer serving Akron will take a look at your case and take action to pursue your recovery. Meyer Wilson Werning handles cases across Ohio, including Akron. Contact us today for a free and confidential consultation.
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