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Allianz Sued for 'Assessing a Surrender Charge on the Surrender Charge' in VAs
By Melanie WaddellThe insurer used a formula that inflated surrender charges on variable annuities, the plaintiffs say.
October 06, 2021
FINRA Bars Ex-Primerica Broker Charged With Elder TheftThe former broker allegedly misappropriated two older siblings' funds, bilking them out of over $1.5 million, says a New Jersey prosecutor.
October 05, 2021
Court Date Set for Suspect in Merrill Exec's MurderA preliminary hearing for Anthony Duwayne Turner, accused of killing Bank of America executive Michelle Avan, has been set for Dec. 1.
October 04, 2021
SEC Charges Stock Trading Webcast Host in Pump-and-Dump SchemeThe former broker already pleaded guilty, in a parallel action, to conspiracy to commit wire and securities fraud.
October 04, 2021
Bill Gross Found in Contempt of Court, Gets Suspended Jail TimeAfter flouting a judge's order not to annoy his neighbor with loud music, the Pimco co-founder must pay $1,000 and do two days of community service.
October 01, 2021
Barred Broker Who Bankrupted BD Is Charged With Fraud: DOJThe broker's unauthorized speculative bond trading cost his employer and others over $30 million, according to the SEC and DOJ.
October 01, 2021
Supreme Court to Hear Ex-Ameriprise Advisor's Arb Case ChallengeAdvisor Denise Badgerow had alleged she was fired from Ameriprise affiliate REJ Properties in retaliation for reporting the conduct of REJ's principals.
September 30, 2021
Class-Action Suit Over Allstate 401(k) Plan Can Go ForwardA judge has dismissed a motion to drop a suit against Allstate and its plan fiduciaries for mishandling 401(k) management choices.