Mar 7, 2022

Aaron Lavigne of Voya Financial Advisors

DID AARON HOLLIS LAVIGNE CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Aaron Lavigne Of Voya Financial Advisors Has A Customer Complaint For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Aaron Lavigne of Voya Financial Advisors? Aaron Lavigne (CRD #6111285) who is currently registered with Voya Financial Advisors and located in Windsor, Connecticut is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Aaron Lavigne Customer Complaint Aaron Lavigne has been the subject of at least one customer complaint that we know about. The allegations made in the FINRA reported customer complaint for investment losses were misrepresentation of mutual fund availability during solicitation of account rollover. Aaron Lavigne’s customer complaint was settled in favor of the investors. Aaron Lavigne Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Aaron Lavigne 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 Aaron Lavigne at Voya Financial Advisors on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Aaron Lavigne has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Voya Financial Advisors 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. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Voya Financial Advisors Due To Aaron Lavigne If you have questions about Voya Financial Advisors and/or Aaron Lavigne 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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Mar 4, 2022

Joseph Weiser of Voya Financial Advisors

DID JOSEPH ANTHONY WEISER CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Joseph Weiser Of Voya Financial Advisors Has A Customer Complaint For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Joseph Weiser of Voya Financial Advisors? Joseph Weiser (CRD #6423539) who is currently registered with Voya Financial Advisors and located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Joseph Weiser Customer Complaint Joseph Weiser has been the subject of at least one customer complaint that we know about. The allegations made in the FINRA reported customer complaint for investment losses were that the representative provided inaccurate information related to the taxable amount of a distribution taken. Joseph Weiser’s customer complaint was settled in favor of the investors. Joseph Weiser Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Joseph Weiser 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 Joseph Weiser at Voya Financial Advisors on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Joseph Weiser has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Voya Financial Advisors 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. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Voya Financial Advisors Due To Joseph Weiser If you have questions about Voya Financial Advisors and/or Joseph Weiser 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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Mar 4, 2022

Ronald Metcalf of Voya Financial Advisors

DID RONALD METCALF CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Ronald Metcalf Of Reliastar And Voya Financial Advisors Has 5 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct In The Past 2 Years Who is Ronald Metcalf of Voya Financial Advisors? Ronald Metcalf owner of Reliastar insurance agency located in Greenville, South Carolina is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales abuse investigations. Since 2014, he has been registered in the securities industry as an associate of Voya Financial Advisors. Ronald Metcalf Broker Misconduct Mr. Metcalf has popped up on our radar due to the five (5) customer complaints filed against him in the last two years. Two of those customer complaints were settled in favor of investors, one for $575,000. There are currently three (3) pending customer complaints filed against Mr. Metcalf’s employer Voya Financial Advisors for his alleged misconduct, two of those customers each allege they suffered $5 million in damages. Allegations Against Ronald Metcalf A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements, and pending complaints are as follows: Allegations include that representative failed in his responsibilities to adequately supervise the representatives that sold unsuitable products to claimants. Statement of Claim alleges that representative failed in his duty to adequately supervise the subject representatives Ronald Metcalf Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Mr. Metcalf 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 five (5) customers in such a short period are red flags which should put all former customers of Mr. Metcalf at Voya Financial Advisors on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Mr. Metcalf has engaged in stockbroker misconduct that caused their investment losses. The large number of customer complaints also raises questions about Voya Financial Advisors’ supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Voya Financial Advisors If you have questions about Voya Financial Advisors and/or Mr. Metcalf and the management of or performance of your accounts contact Attorney Pearce for a free initial consultation via email or Toll Free at 1-800-732-2889.

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Mar 4, 2022

James Vandenburg of Cambridge Investment Research

DID JAMES DAVID VANDENBURG CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? James Vandenburg Of Cambridge Investment Research, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors And Formerly With Voya Financial Advisors Has A Customer Complaint For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is James Vandenburg of Cambridge Investment Research? James Vandenburg (CRD #6463658) who is currently registered with Cambridge Investment Research, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and located in Des Moines, Iowa is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Prior to Cambridge Investment Research and Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, James Vandenburg was associated with Voya Financial Advisors and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. James Vandenburg Customer Complaint James Vandenburg has been the subject of at least one customer complaint that we know about. The allegations made in the FINRA reported customer complaint for investment losses were the client alleged that the representative did not disclose and inform her about the tax impact of accepting an enhanced surrender offer related to an annuity contract. The client demanded to be paid the taxes she incurred. James Vandenburg’s customer complaint was denied and, to date, the customer has not taken any further action. A broker’s denial of your claim does not mean it was not a valid claim! All brokers have a conflict of interest when it comes to complaints. Call us now for an unbiased evaluation of your claim at 800-732-2889. James Vandenburg Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, James Vandenburg 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 James Vandenburg at Cambridge Investment Research, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and Voya Financial Advisors on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether James Vandenburg has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Cambridge Investment Research, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and Voya Financial Advisors 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. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Cambridge Investment Research Due To James Vandenburg If you have questions about Cambridge Investment Research, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Voya Financial Advisors, and/or James Vandenburg 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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Mar 4, 2022

Sean Sullivan of National Securities

DID SEAN ROBERT SULLIVAN CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Sean Sullivan Of National Securities, National Asset Management And Formerly With Voya Financial Advisors And Securities America Has 2 Customer Complaints For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Sean Sullivan of National Securities? Sean Sullivan (CRD #4769711) who is currently registered with National Securities, National Asset Management and located in South Norwalk, Connecticut is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Prior to National Securities and National Asset Management, Sean Sullivan was associated with Voya Financial Advisors, Securities America and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. Sean Sullivan Customer Complaints Sean Sullivan has been the subject of 2 customer complaints that we know about. One of Sean Sullivan’s 2 customer complaints was settled in favor of investors.  One of Sean Sullivan’s customers’ complaints was denied and, to date, the customer has not taken any further action. A broker’s denial of your claim does not mean it was not a valid claim! All brokers have a conflict of interest when it comes to complaints. Call us now for an unbiased evaluation of your claim at 800-732-2889. Allegations Against Sean Sullivan A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Claimant alleged that the representative, Sean Sullivan recommended and sold him investments in REITs and a variable annuity that were unsuitable. Additional allegations included misrepresentation, overconcentration in illiquid investments, and negligence. Alleged unauthorized trading by Sean Sullivan. Sean Sullivan Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Sean Sullivan 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 Sean Sullivan at National Securities, National Asset Management, Voya Financial Advisors, and Securities America on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Sean Sullivan has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at National Securities, National Asset Management, Voya Financial Advisors, and Securities America 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. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At National Securities Due To Sean Sullivan If you have questions about National Securities, National Asset Management, Voya Financial Advisors, Securities America, and/or Sean Sullivan 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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Feb 4, 2022

Aaron Gore of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

DID AARON JUSTIN GORE CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Aaron Gore Of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC And Formerly With Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. Has A Customer Complaint For Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Aaron Gore of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC? Aaron Gore (CRD #3251335) who is currently registered with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC and located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations.  Prior to Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC,Aaron Gore was associated with Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. Aaron Gore Customer Complaint Aaron Gore has been the subject of at least one customer complaint that we know about, which was filed in the last year to recover investment losses. The allegations made in the FINRA reported customer complaint for investment losses were that Mr. Gore recommended an unsuitable, high risk, speculative, and high commission business development company, investment. Aaron Gore’s customer complaint was settled in favor of the investors. Aaron Gore Red Flags & Your Rights As An Investor Of course, Aaron Gore 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 Aaron Gore at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC and Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Aaron Gore has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC and Voya Financial Advisors, 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. File A Claim To Recover Your Investment Losses At Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC Due To Aaron Gore If you have questions about Ameriprise Financial Services and/or Aaron Gore 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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Jan 20, 2022

James Zegers of LPL Financial

DID JAMES JOSEPH ZEGERS CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? James Joseph Zegers Formerly with LPL Financial and Voya Financial Advisors Has 2 Customer Complaints for Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is James J. Zegers formerly with LPL Financial? James Zegers (CRD #2559008) who was formerly registered with LPL Financial and located in Albany, New York is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations.   Prior to LPL Financial, James Zegerswas associated with Voya Financial Advisors and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. James Zegers Customer Complaints In his career, James Zegers has been the subject of 2 customer complaints that we know about. The allegations made in the FINRA reported customer complaints for investment losses included allegations of failure to properly diversify portfolio, failure to supervise, breach of contract, and negligence. One of James Zegers’ 2 customer complaints was settled in favor of investors. One of James Zegers’ customers’ complaints was denied and the customers did not take any further action. Allegations Against James Zegers A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: The client alleged that James Zegers advised him that the investment offered a guaranteed return of 8% per year. The claimant alleges failure to properly diversify portfolio, failure to supervise, breach of contract, and negligence based on purchase of Northstar REIT. James Zegers Red Flags & Your Rights as an Investor Of course, James Zegers 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 that should put all current and former customers of James Zegers at LPL Financial and Voya Financial Advisors on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether James Zegers has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. A large number of customer complaints at LPL Financial and Voya Financial Advisors also raises questions about supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim to Recover Your Investment Losses at LPL Financial If you have questions about LPL Financial, Voya Financial Advisors, and/or James Zegers 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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Jan 20, 2022

Richard Casolari of Voya Financial Advisors

DID RICHARD BRUNO CASOLARI CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Richard Casolari of Voya Financial Advisors and Formerly with MetLife Securities Has 4 Customer Complaints for Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Richard Casolari of Voya Financial Advisors? Richard Casolari (CRD #42779) who is currently registered with Voya Financial Advisors and located in Palos Heights, Illinois is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Prior to Voya Financial Advisors, Richard Casolari was associated with MetLife Securities and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. Richard Casolari Customer Complaints Richard Casolari has been the subject of 4 customer complaints that we know about, one of those complaints was filed in the last year to recover investment losses. Three of Richard Casolari’s 4 customer complaints were settled in favor of investors. One of Richard Casolari’s customers’ complaints was denied and the customers did not take any further action. Allegations Against Richard Casolari A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: The claimant’s allegations against Richard Casolari include negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, and violation of the Illinois Securities Act arising from allocation decisions with respect to the claimant’s portfolio. Claimants allege that Richard Casolari violated his fiduciary duty by “making material misrepresentations; failing to disclose material facts; and recommending transactions that were inappropriate and excessive given their financial position, needs, and investment objectives.” The client alleges Richard Casolari made unsuitable recommendations, material misrepresentations, exercised discretionary power in the client’s account, and failed to disclose material facts regarding his investments. The complainant alleges that Richard Casolari took money from her annuity account at various times. Richard Casolari Red Flags & Your Rights as An Investor Of course, Richard Casolari 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 that should put all current and former customers of Richard Casolari at Voya Financial Advisors and MetLife Securities on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Richard Casolari has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. A large number of customer complaints at Voya Financial Advisors and MetLife Securities 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. File A Claim to Recover Your Investment Losses at Voya Financial Advisors Due to Richard Casolari If you have questions about Voya Financial Advisors, MetLife Securities, and/or Richard Casolari 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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Jan 20, 2022

Douglas Everett of Ameriprise Financial Services

DID DOUGLAS KARL EVERETT CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? Douglas Everett of Ameriprise Financial Services and Formerly with Voya Financial Advisors Has 6 Customer Complaints for Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is Douglas Everett of Ameriprise Financial Services? Douglas Everett (CRD #1295057) who is currently registered with Ameriprise Financial Services and located in Portland, Oregon is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations. Prior to Ameriprise Financial Services, Douglas Everett was associated with Voya Financial Advisors and other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. Douglas Everett Customer Complaints Douglas Everett has been the subject of 6 customer complaints that we know about, one of those complaints was filed in the last year to recover investment losses. Three of Douglas Everett’s 6 customer complaints were settled in favor of investors. Three of Douglas Everett’s customers’ complaints were denied and the customers did not take any further action. Allegations Against Douglas Everett A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and/or pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: Clients alleged Douglas Everett was making risky transactions that were not done with their approval and not in line with their risk tolerance, along with his inability to monitor the market and not being available to make transactions. The customer alleged Douglas Everett gave poor advice surrounding the purchase and sale of HFRO mutual fund. The customer alleged Douglas Everett provided poor advice by recommending a high-risk investment. The client alleged that Douglas Everett failed to promptly process the signed documentation establishing accounts at American Express and requesting the distribution of funds which caused financial damage. Douglas Everett Red Flags & Your Rights as An Investor Of course, Douglas Everett 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 that should put all current and former customers of Douglas Everett at Ameriprise Financial Services and Voya Financial Advisors on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether Douglas Everett has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. A large number of customer complaints at Ameriprise Financial Services and Voya Financial Advisors 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. File A Claim to Recover Your Investment Losses at Ameriprise Financial Services Due to Douglas Everett If you have questions about Ameriprise Financial Services, Voya Financial Advisors, and/or Douglas Everett 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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Jan 20, 2022

James Knee of Voya Financial Advisors, Inc

DID JAMES EDWARD KNEE CAUSE YOU INVESTMENT LOSSES? James Edward Knee Formerly With Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. And Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Has 8 Customer Complaints for Alleged Broker Misconduct Who is James E. Knee formerly with Voya Financial Advisors, Inc.? James Knee (CRD #1852920) who was formerly registered with Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. and located in Concord, New Hampshire is a subject of one of our many securities industry sales practice abuse investigations.   Prior to Voya Financial Advisors, Inc., James Knee was associated with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. and 8 other investment advisory and brokerage firms with a history of customer complaints and securities industry regulatory problems. James Knee’s had his own problems with the regulators.  In May 2018, he consented to a permanent bar for refusing to appear for on-the-record testimony in connection with a FINRA investigation into allegations that he misappropriated customers’ funds while registered with a FINRA member firm. Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. And Amerprise Financial Services, Inc. Broker Misconduct In his career, James Knee has been the subject of 8 customer complaints that we know about, 2 of those complaints were filed in the last year to recover investment losses. Three of James Knee’s 8 customer complaints were settled in favor of investors. The remaining 5 customers’ complaints were denied by his former employers in the customers did not pursue their claims. Allegations Against James Knee   A sample of the allegations made in the FINRA reported arbitration claim settlements and pending complaints for investment losses are as follows: The customer alleges that she was deceived by James Knee into purchasing annuities. The customer alleged that the application contains information that is inaccurate relating to the purchase of an annuity. The customer alleged a royalty trust investment was unauthorized. The client alleged that the investment recommendation to purchase a royalty trust was an unsuitable recommendation. The client’s alleged that James Knee misrepresented the terms of an AIG annuity. Multiple clients alleged unsuitable annuity investment recommendations. James Knee Red Flags & Your Rights as An Investor Of course, James Knee 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 that should put all current and former customers of James Kneeat Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. on alert to review carefully the activity and performance of their accounts and question whether James Knee has engaged in any stockbroker misconduct that may have caused them investment losses. The large number of customer complaints at Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. also raises questions about supervisory practices. If these red flags raise questions, call us and we will inform you of your rights as an investor. File A Claim to Recover Your Investment Losses At Voya Financial Advisors, Inc. And Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. If you have questions about Voya Financial Advisors, Inc., Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., and/or James Knee 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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