DID DANIEL ORLANDO OTOYA CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES?
Daniel Otoya Of PHX Financial, Inc. Has 4 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct
About Daniel Otoya of PHX Financial, Inc.?
Daniel Otoya (CRD #2208241) , presents a concerning history within the financial industry. Currently registered with PHX Financial, Inc. in New York since October 2015, Otoya’s career is dotted with multiple firm associations and customer disputes which casts a shadow on his professional integrity. Over his career, Otoya has switched firms eight times, with positions spanning from 1993 to the present across various states including Arizona, California, and New York. His qualifications include passing two principal/supervisory exams, two general industry/product exams, and two state securities law exams. Despite these credentials, the frequency of his firm changes and the nature of his registrations—which include roles as a Compliance Officer and General Securities Representative—could be seen as red flags, indicating potential issues in maintaining a stable position or adherence to regulatory standards
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Daniel Otoya Customer Complaints and Reviews
Daniel Otoyahas been the subject of 4 customer complaints that we know about seeking to recover investment losses:
- Dispute 1 (Resolved): At Kensington Wells Incorporated, a dispute involving misrepresentation, omission of facts, and breach of fiduciary duty resulted in an arbitration award where Otoya and others were jointly and severally liable to pay $18,145, with no admission of wrongdoing (Settled in 1999).
- Dispute 2 (Settled): Allegations of breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, and unauthorized trading were settled for $25,000, where Otoya personally contributed $12,500. The complaint was initially filed with a damage claim of $253,829.50 (Settled in 2000).
- Dispute 3 (Settled): Involving unauthorized trading, improper account management, and disregard for investment goals, this dispute was settled out of court for $25,000, with no personal contribution from Otoya (Settled in 1997).
- Dispute 4 (Pending): Currently unresolved, this recent claim alleges sales practice violations with Otoya named due to his role as CCO at PHX Financial, Inc., involving alleged damages of $764,220.04 (Pending since 2023).
Allegations Against Daniel Otoya
A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows:
- Misrepresentation and Omission of Facts: These allegations involved misleading clients or failing to disclose necessary information, leading to financial losses for clients.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty: This accusation points to Otoya’s failure to act in the best interests of his clients, a fundamental expectation in his professional role.
- Negligence and Unauthorized Trading: These claims suggest a lack of due diligence and unauthorized actions in managing client accounts, which are critical violations in the financial advisory space.
- Improper Account Management and Disregard for Investment Goals: Indicates a potential pattern of neglecting client-specific needs and objectives, further questioning his professionalism and client management.
- Sales Practice Violations: The most recent claims involve broad accusations of improper sales practices under his watch as a compliance officer, reflecting poorly on his oversight abilities.
These disclosures and the nature of the allegations highlight significant concerns regarding Daniel Otoya’s conduct and the potential risks involved in dealing with or being advised by him in financial matters.
Daniel Otoya Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor
Of course, Daniel Otoya did not admit to any of the allegations. But regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint is still pending, the allegations made by customers are red flags which should put all current and former customers of Daniel Otoya at PHX Financial, Inc. on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Daniel Otoya has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at PHX Financial, Inc. also raises questions about the brokerage firms’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor.
Did You Lose Money Because of Broker Misconduct?
If you have lost money due to negligence or fraud by a stockbroker or advisor, the easiest way to know if you have a case is to call our office at 800-732-2889. Our investment fraud attorneys will evaluate your claim for free and let you know if we can help you recover your losses.
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File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At PHX Financial, Inc. Due To Daniel Otoya
If you have questions about PHX Financial, Inc. and/or Daniel Otoya and the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.
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