Litigation
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'A Wake Up Call to the Life Insurance Industry:' California Sues Insurers
By Emily CousinsThe case was filed against American General, Lincoln Benefit, Everlake and Transamerica.
October 21, 2024
LPL Blasts Ameriprise Recruiting Suit as 'Public Relations Stunt'Ameriprise has filed several lawsuits against LPL alleging improper recruiting tactics.
October 17, 2024
$200K Transfer Goes Awry After One Dropped Digit: LawsuitAn unintended recipient has kept the money, says a lawsuit seeking restitution.
October 16, 2024
Client Sues Barred Broker Over 'Devastating' Life Insurance PlanBarred brokers selling complex life insurance plans is a growing problem, the client's lawyer says.
October 15, 2024
Ameriprise Says LPL Urged Advisor to Improperly Lure ClientsLPL's "regular pattern and practice is to encourage recruits to violate their contractual agreements," Ameriprise alleges.
October 14, 2024
Fidelity Sued Over Data Breach Affecting 77,000 ClientsThe firm was negligent and invaded clients' privacy, a proposed class-action complaint claims.
October 11, 2024
Citi: Advisor Improperly Lured Clients to Move Millions to Wells FargoMichael Fowler contacted clients multiple times to solicit them to switch firms, Citi alleges.
October 10, 2024
TD to Face Growth Limits, $3B Penalty for Money-Laundering Failures: WSJRegulators are likely to announce a settlement with the Canadian bank on Thursday.