If you’ve lost money because of securities fraud or other financial misconduct, recovering those losses is essential to getting your finances back on track.
If your losses exceed $100,000 and involve a financial advisor, stockbroker, or financial firm, a skilled Sacramento securities lawyer will help you take action.
At Meyer Wilson Werning, we’ve helped clients recover more than $350 million since 1999. Our nationally recognized lawyers have been honored by U.S. News: The Best Lawyers in America®.
Contact us for a free consultation with one of our California securities lawyers. We’ll fight to protect your rights and help you regain your financial stability.
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Your first consultation is completely free, with no upfront costs or hidden fees. This way, you can discuss your case with our nationwide securities lawyers, understand your options, and get clear guidance without financial pressure.
Financial loss can be overwhelming, and we want to make getting legal help as simple and stress-free as possible. Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay us unless we win money for you.
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How to Seek Recovery in Your Sacramento Securities Case
If you’ve lost money because of your financial advisor’s actions, the most effective step you can take is to work with an experienced securities fraud lawyer from our team.
Our Sacramento securities attorney will review your portfolio, determine whether misconduct occurred, and guide you through the process of seeking compensation.
We know what proof is needed to show wrongdoing and will build a strong case on your behalf. Our team has extensive experience handling cases involving broker and advisor misconduct, and we work hard to hold financial professionals accountable for their actions. We only handle cases involving misconduct by licensed advisors or brokers.
Arbitration
Most securities disputes are settled through binding arbitration rather than in court. These proceedings are handled by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).
Our Sacramento securities arbitration lawyers will help you prepare for FINRA arbitration.
In arbitration, both sides (your legal team and your financial advisor’s) present their cases before a panel of arbitrators. The panel reviews the evidence and issues a decision that is final and legally binding. Appeals are only allowed in very limited circumstances.
When you work with our skilled securities fraud attorneys serving Sacramento, we will prepare your case thoroughly for arbitration.
Choosing a lawyer with a strong record in FINRA arbitration will make a major difference in recovering your financial losses. Meyer Wilson Werning will guide you through the process.
Mediation
Mediation is not legally binding. The mediator does not issue a decision or judgment. If both sides cannot agree on a settlement, the next step will be arbitration, where a panel will make the final, binding ruling on your case.
A neutral mediator helps guide the discussion and encourages both sides to find common ground. Mediation is voluntary, meaning you maintain control over whether to accept or reject any proposed agreement.
In some cases, your claim for compensation may go through mediation before arbitration. During this process, our legal team will meet with your financial advisor’s attorneys to see if a fair settlement can be reached without moving to a final hearing.
Common Cases Our Securities Fraud Lawyers Serving Sacramento Handle
At the heart of most securities misconduct cases is a breach of the advisor’s duty to act with care, honesty, and loyalty. Whether through fraud, poor advice, unauthorized trading, or hiding critical information, these actions violate trust and can seriously harm your financial future.
Some of the cases we handle include:
- Overconcentration: Investing too much of your money in a single stock or sector increases risk and potential losses.
- Unsuitable recommendations: Advice or transactions that don’t match your goals, risk tolerance, or life stage.
- Ponzi schemes: Fraudulent operations that pay returns to earlier investors using money from new investors.
- Misuse of margin accounts: Using borrowed funds in risky ways without your clear approval or understanding.
- Account manipulation: Unauthorized trades or changes that benefit the broker rather than you.
- Churning: Excessive trading to generate commissions, which reduces your returns.
Financial advisors and brokers can make mistakes or engage in misconduct in many ways. If you’re unsure whether your situation qualifies for compensation, our Sacramento securities lawyers will review your case and guide you on the next steps.
Our lawyers are nationwide leaders in investment fraud cases.
Trusted Sacramento Securities Lawyers Fighting for Your Rights
Our team combines seasoned attorneys with a highly skilled support staff, providing the knowledge, experience, and resources needed to challenge even the largest Wall Street firms. Each case we take on receives careful attention.
With our extensive experience and nationwide reach, we are well-equipped to manage complex securities cases from start to finish. We guide clients through every step of the process, from case evaluation and evidence gathering to negotiations and, if necessary, arbitration or litigation.
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Get Support From a Sacramento Securities Lawyer
You trusted your financial advisor to act in your best interest, but instead, they made choices that caused you and your family financial harm. While they may face legal consequences, that alone doesn’t recover your lost money.
Our Sacramento securities fraud attorneys can help you hold your advisor accountable and pursue the compensation you need. Your finances and your future are important, and we guide you step by step through the recovery process.
At Meyer Wilson Werning, our attorneys bring over 75 years of combined experience fighting for investors’ rights. Contact us today for a free consultation to explore your options.
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