Dec 4, 2024

Nicholas Bedlan of Creative Planning Reviews

DID NICHOLAS JAMES BEDLAN CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Nicholas Bedlan Customer Complaints and Reviews David Altimont’s record contains one disclosed termination: Allegations Against Nicholas Bedlan Nicholas Bedlan Employment History and Licenses Investment Advisors Owe Clients The Highest Level Of Care Investment advisors have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of their clients, placing the client’s interests above their own. This includes providing full disclosure about nature, mechanics, and risks of any recommended investment strategies or activities. Advisors must ensure that clients understand the potential outcomes, costs, and risks associated with investments, enabling them to make informed decisions. The duty of care requires advisors to exercise skill, diligence, and prudence in managing client portfolios, ensuring that recommendations are suitable for each client’s specific financial goals, risk tolerance, and circumstances. This fiduciary responsibility is essential in maintaining trust and ensuring the advisor’s decisions prioritize the client’s needs. Option Trading Can Be Extremely Risky Option trading can be highly risky, particularly when it involves complex strategies or high leverage. Options give investors the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset at a predetermined price within a set period. While options can be used to hedge risks, they can also amplify losses, especially for inexperienced investors. Investment advisors who engage in options trading on behalf of clients must carefully consider the client’s risk tolerance and ensure they fully understand the potential outcomes. More risky options strategies, such as naked calls or puts, involve selling options without holding the underlying asset. This exposes the investor to unlimited losses if the market moves unfavorably. For example, in a naked call strategy, an advisor sells a call option without owning the underlying stock. If the stock price rises significantly, the client could face substantial losses, as they would be obligated to buy the stock at a much higher price. Due to these risks, it’s crucial for advisors to fully explain the strategy and its potential consequences before engaging in such transactions. Nicholas Bedlan Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Nicholas Bedlan 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 Creative Planning on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Nicholas Bedlan has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Creative Planning also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Creative Planning Due To Nicholas Bedlan If you have questions about Creative Planning and/or Nicholas Bedlan 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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Dec 4, 2024

Phillip Attebery of Creative Planning Reviews

DID PHILLIP NOLAND ATTEBERY CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Phillip Attebery Of Creative Planning  Has 2 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Phillip Attebery Customer Complaints and Reviews Phillip Noland Attebery has two customer disputes disclosed in the report. Both cases are ongoing and pertain to significant allegations. Allegations Against Phillip Attebery The disclosed customer disputes highlight serious allegations against Phillip Attebery: Phillip Attebery Employment History and Licenses Examinations and Licenses: Phillip Attebery passed the Series 66 Uniform Combined State Law Examination on October 10, 2003. He holds registrations in two jurisdictions: Oregon (approved on December 16, 2020) and Texas (restricted approval on February 4, 2019). Employment History: Investment Advisors Owe Clients The Highest Level Of Care Investment advisors have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of their clients, placing the client’s interests above their own. This includes providing full disclosure about nature, mechanics, and risks of any recommended investment strategies or activities. Advisors must ensure that clients understand the potential outcomes, costs, and risks associated with investments, enabling them to make informed decisions. The duty of care requires advisors to exercise skill, diligence, and prudence in managing client portfolios, ensuring that recommendations are suitable for each client’s specific financial goals, risk tolerance, and circumstances. This fiduciary responsibility is essential in maintaining trust and ensuring the advisor’s decisions prioritize the client’s needs. Option Trading Can Be Extremely Risky Option trading can be highly risky, particularly when it involves complex strategies or high leverage. Options give investors the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset at a predetermined price within a set period. While options can be used to hedge risks, they can also amplify losses, especially for inexperienced investors. Investment advisors who engage in options trading on behalf of clients must carefully consider the client’s risk tolerance and ensure they fully understand the potential outcomes. More risky options strategies, such as naked calls or puts, involve selling options without holding the underlying asset. This exposes the investor to unlimited losses if the market moves unfavorably. For example, in a naked call strategy, an advisor sells a call option without owning the underlying stock. If the stock price rises significantly, the client could face substantial losses, as they would be obligated to buy the stock at a much higher price. Due to these risks, it’s crucial for advisors to fully explain the strategy and its potential consequences before engaging in such transactions. Phillip Attebery Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Phillip Attebery 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 Phillip Attebery at Creative Planningon alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Phillip Atteberyhas engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Creative Planningalso raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Creative Planning Due To Phillip Attebery If you have questions about Creative Planning and/or Phillip Attebery 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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Dec 4, 2024

Chris Fraijo Formerly With Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC FIRED

DID CHRIS FRAIJO CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Chris Fraijo Formerly With Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC was fired on September 13, 2024, due to multiple allegations and failure to follow policies and procedures. Chris Fraijo Employment History Chris Fraijo has held positions in multiple financial services firms, having worked for six firms since 2018. His employment history also includes brief stints with Allstate Financial Services, LLC, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC, and Equitable Advisors, LLC. He is currently not registered. Fraijo has passed two general industry/product exams and two multi-state securities law exams, which allowed him to serve clients across different states. Chris Fraijo was recently employed with Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC, from February 2023 until his termination in September 2024. The termination was due to multiple policy violations, including inadequate client record management, missed meetings, and delays in responding to compliance and management. Negative Disclosures Allegations Chris Fraijo Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint was filed, the termination of Chris Fraijo is a red flag which should put all current and former customers of Chris Fraijo at Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Chris Fraijo engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC Due To Chris Fraijo If you have questions about Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC and/or Chris Fraijo 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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Dec 4, 2024

Didine Erskine Formerly With J.P. Morgan Securities LLC FIRED

DID DIDINE MARILYN ERSKINE CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Didine Erskine Formerly With J.P. Morgan Securities LLC was fired on September 4, 2024, due to overall job performance issues, including the unauthorized purchase of a brokered Certificate of Deposit. Didine Erskine Employment History and Termination Didine Marilyn Erskine has over a decade of experience in the financial industry, having worked with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated. She held a position at J.P. Morgan from April 2018 to September 2024 and with Merrill Lynch from August 2015 to April 2018. Over her career, she passed two general industry/product exams and one multi-state securities law exam, which qualified her for several state licenses. Her recent employment ended with her termination from JPMorgan Chase Bank in September 2024 for performance-related issues. She is currently not registered. The termination stemmed from a job performance issue involving a Certificate of Deposit purchase without client authorization. Negative Disclosures Allegations and Accusations Didine Erskine Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint was filed, the termination of Didine Erskine is a red flag which should put all current and former customers of Didine Erskine at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Didine Erskine engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At J.P. Morgan Securities LLC Due To Didine Erskine If you have questions about J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and/or Didine Erskine 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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Dec 4, 2024

Robert Edelman Of J.P. Morgan Securities LLC Reviews

DID ROBERT EDELMAN CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Robert Edelman Customer Complaints and Reviews Robert Edelman has one customer dispute disclosed on his record: Allegations Against Robert Edelman Robert Edelman Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Robert Edelman 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 Robert Edelman at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Robert Edelman has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At J.P. Morgan Securities LLC Due To Robert Edelman If you have questions about J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and/or Robert Edelman 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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Dec 3, 2024

Travis Bezella of Creative Planning Reviews

DID TRAVIS GREGORY BEZELLA CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Travis Bezella Customer Complaints and Reviews Allegations Against Travis Bezella Travis Bezella Employment History Investment Advisors Owe Clients The Highest Level Of Care Investment advisors are held to a fiduciary standard, requiring them to act in the best interests of their clients. This duty involves full disclosure of nature, mechanics, and risks of any investment activity or strategy. Advisors must prioritize their clients’ financial goals and ensure transparent communication. This includes explaining complex financial products and avoiding conflicts of interest. By adhering to the fiduciary standard, investment advisors build trust, mitigate risks for clients, and maintain the integrity of their professional practice. Option Trading Can Be Extremely Risky Options trading can be a high-risk investment strategy, particularly when involving speculative approaches such as uncovered calls or straddles. Allowing an investment advisor to trade options requires careful consideration of the associated risks, which include potential for significant losses and market volatility. For instance, a high-risk strategy like a naked call involves selling options without holding the underlying asset, exposing the investor to unlimited loss potential if the market moves unfavorably. Clients should fully understand these risks before permitting advisors to engage in such transactions on their behalf. Travis Bezella Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Travis Bezella 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 Creative Planning on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Travis Bezella has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Creative Planning also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Creative Planning Due To Travis Bezella If you have questions about Creative Planning and/or Travis Bezella 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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Dec 3, 2024

Feng Chen Formerly With LPL Financial LLC FIRED

DID FENG KOU CHEN CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Feng Chen Formerly With Consolidated Portfolio Review Corp was fired on September 30, 2024, due to alleged nondisclosure of previous termination details. Feng Chen Employment History and Terminations Feng Kou Chen has been in the securities industry since 2015, previously working with firms such as Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Waddell & Reed, and LPL Financial LLC. His experience also includes work in mutual funds and unit investment trusts, though his current registration status is inactive. He passed two general industry/product exams and one multi-state securities law exam, including the Series 7 and Series 66 exams. Feng Chen’s employment history includes recent terminations from Consolidated Portfolio Review Corp and LPL Financial LLC. Chen was discharged from Consolidated Portfolio on September 30, 2024, for allegedly failing to fully disclose details of a previous termination from LPL. Previously, he was discharged from LPL Financial in October 2022 over allegations of conducting transactions in customer accounts without valid written authorization. Negative Disclosures Summary Allegations and Accusations Summary: Feng Chen Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint was filed, the termination of Feng Chen is a red flag which should put all current and former customers of Feng Chen at LPL Financial LLC on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Feng Chen engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at LPL Financial LLC also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At LPL Financial LLC Due To Feng Chen If you have questions about LPL Financial LLC and/or Feng Chen 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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Dec 3, 2024

Jeffrey Beyer Jr Formerly With UBS Financial Securities Corporation FIRED

DID JEFFREY SCOTT BEYER JR CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Jeffrey Beyer Jr Formerly With UBS Financial Securities Corporation was fired on September 30, 2024, following allegations that he had violated company compliance policies Jeffrey Beyer Jr Employment History and Termination Jeffrey Scott Beyer Jr. has been active in the financial industry since 2009, working with firms such as the USA Financial Securities Corporation, United Planners’ Financial Services of America, and BCG Securities, Inc. Beyer’s history of employment also includes his own firm, Paladin Retirement Advisors, where he has been involved in the sales and servicing of insurance products. He has passed two general industry/product exams and two multi-state securities law exams, including the Series 6 and Series 65 exams. Beyer has operated as an investment adviser representative and owner of Paladin Retirement Advisors, engaging in insurance and financial advisory roles. His recent termination from AE Wealth Management highlights the importance of adherence to compliance policies in his field. He was terminated by AE Wealth Management, LLC on September 30, 2024, following alleged violations of the company’s Compliance Policy Manual. This termination underscores the importance of regulatory compliance in financial advisory roles. Negative Disclosures Summary: Allegations and Accusations Summary: Jeffrey Beyer Jr Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Regardless of whether an arbitration award was entered, a settlement occurred, or the customer complaint was filed, the termination of Jeffrey Beyer Jr is a red flag which should put all current and former customers of Jeffrey Beyer Jr at UBS Financial Securities Corporation on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Jeffrey Beyer Jr engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at UBS Financial Securities Corporation also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At UBS Financial Securities Corporation Due To Jeffrey Beyer Jr If you have questions about UBS Financial Securities Corporation and/or Jeffrey Beyer Jr 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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Dec 2, 2024

Brett Broyles of Creative Planning Reviews

DID BRETT THOMAS BROYLES CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Brett Broyles Customer Complaints and Reviews Brett Broyles has one dispute on record: Allegations Against Brett Broyles Brett Broyles Employment History Investment Advisors Owe Clients The Highest Level Of Care Investment advisors must adhere to fiduciary duties, ensuring that their clients’ best interests are prioritized in all decision-making processes. This includes a duty to fully disclose potential risks, conflicts of interest, and the mechanics of recommended investments or strategies. Advisors must exercise a duty of care by performing thorough due diligence to align their recommendations with the client’s financial objectives, risk tolerance, and overall financial situation. This trust-based relationship is critical for maintaining client confidence and ensuring ethical financial practices. Option Trading Can Be Extremely Risky Option trading involves inherent risks that can expose clients to substantial financial losses, particularly with high-risk strategies like selling uncovered (naked) options or utilizing complex spreads. For example, selling naked call options can result in unlimited losses if the underlying asset price increases unexpectedly. Investment advisors engaging in option trading must ensure their clients fully understand these risks and have a financial capacity to absorb potential losses. Risky strategies require close monitoring and clear communication to avoid financial harm, making transparency and client education essential. Brett Broyles Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Brett Broyles 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 Creative Planning on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Brett Broyles has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Creative Planning also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Creative Planning Due To Brett Broyles If you have questions about Creative Planning and/or Brett Broyles 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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Dec 2, 2024

Peter Barry of Raymond James & Associates, Inc. Reviews

DID PETER BARRY CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES Peter Barry Customer Complaints and Reviews Barry has a pending customer dispute filed on September 17, 2024. Key details of the dispute include: Status: This dispute is currently pending with FINRA arbitration (Case #24-01633). Complaint: The claimant alleges that Barry invested them in an unsuitable, high-risk portfolio with alternative investments, micro-cap and small-cap securities, and real estate investment trusts (REITs). Additional claims include improper short-term holding of bonds, concentration on certain investments, poor cash management, improper recommendation of a securities-backed line of credit, and excessive fees and commissions. Damages: $1,428,201. Allegations Against Peter Barry Peter Barry Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Peter Barry 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 Peter Barry at Raymond James & Associates, Inc. on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Peter Barry has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Raymond James & Associates, Inc. also raises questions about the brokerage firm’s 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. Need Legal Help? Let’s talk. or, give us a ring at 561-338-0037. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Raymond James & Associates, Inc. Due To Peter Barry If you have questions about Raymond James & Associates, Inc. and/or Peter Barry 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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