Litigation
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Cambridge to Pay $15M Over Revenue Sharing, Wrap Account Conflicts
By Melanie WaddellThe firm will pay $10 million in disgorgement, $3 million in interest and a $1.8 million SEC fine.
March 19, 2025
UBS Client Says His Wife Moved In With Their Wealth Advisor. It Got MessyRichard Kallman, the heir to a family of bookdealers, is suing for $10 million in damages.
March 18, 2025
Ameriprise Says LPL, Advisor Defied Restraining OrderDouglas Kenoyer didn't return or destroy confidential client information as required, the firm says in a court filing.
March 13, 2025
Vanguard Faces Class-Action Suit Over $100 Exit FeeThe charge is a "junk fee" meant to penalize customers who close accounts, the suit contends.
March 12, 2025
How to Avoid Lawsuits When Switching FirmsThe rules are simple, but it's vital to follow them exactly, lawyers Brian Carlis and Scott Unger say.
March 10, 2025
Ex-Banker Accused of Killing BofA Exec Faces Added ChargesThe "special allegation" charges mean Anthony Duwayne Turner could face the death penalty if convicted.
March 06, 2025
Ex-Morgan Stanley Advisor Sentenced to 22 Months for Swindling Older ClientRonald Diaz, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud, must pay the victim's family over $867,000.
March 03, 2025
LPL, Ex-Ameriprise Advisor Take a FINRA Hit in Recruiting BattleAn arbitration panel enjoined Douglas Kenoyer and said he wasn't entitled to Broker Protocol protections due to his conduct.