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The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is taking new steps to address a longstanding problem: the financial exploitation of seniors. U.S. residents aged 65 and over control a large share of the country’s total investable assets. Senior investors’ wealth, among other factors, makes them a target for financial abuse and exploitation. But surprisingly, knowledgeable investors [...]

As a growing number of states legalize marijuana for medicinal and recreational purposes, the “green gold rush” is luring investors with the promise of high returns. Fraudsters are manipulating some marijuana stocks A recent Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) complaint against a marijuana company, however, highlights the potential risks involving investments in marijuana-related companies. Have [...]

The concept that financial advisers should put their clients’ financial interests above their own doesn’t seem very controversial, but the financial industry has fought back against a Department of Labor fiduciary rule that would codify a stronger standard of care owed to retirement account investors by their advisers. The rule protects investors against conflicted investments [...]

Business owners don’t need to be told the importance of protecting their tangible assets. However, there is often a knowledge gap concerning the protection of intangible assets such as intellectual property (IP). Securing intellectual property is crucial for anyone who creates original works, products, or brands. Litigation frequently arises over copyright piracy, trademark counterfeiting, patent [...]