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Failure to Supervise, Merrill Lynch, Stockbroker Discharged, Stockbroker Malpractice, StockBroker Misconduct, Theft

Linan Abrego-Former Merrill Lynch Broker-Barred from FINRA-Misappropriation of Client Funds- McAllen, TX

April 2020- McAllen, TX

The FINRA records of Ma Rosa Linan Abrego, a broker previously employed  by  Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Incorporated disclose a regulatory event resulting in a termination from employment and a  bar from the securities industry.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the agency that licenses and regulates stockbrokers and brokerage firms. FINRA requires brokers and brokerage firms to report customer complaints and disputes as well as regulatory sanctions. In addition brokers are required to disclose certain financial matters such as personal bankruptcies, judgments and liens.

In November  2019, Abrego was permanently barred from the securities industry by FINRA after  she refused to appear for on-the-record testimony as requested by FINRA in connection with an investigations that she had engaged in misappropriation of client funds.

Abrego was employed with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Incorporated  from March of 2012 until 6/2019 when she was discharged for allegations that she  misappropriated client funds.

If you have problems in an account  handled by Ma Rosa Linan Abrego,  call for a no charge consultation .

Rex Securities Law , with offices in Boca Raton, FL,  and  Austin, TX,   provides representation to  investors  nationwide who are seeking recovery of investment losses due to the negligence or fraud of stockbrokers and broker dealers. If you have questions about how your account has been handled, call to speak with an experienced securities attorney.

Most cases handled on a contingent fee basis meaning that you do not pay legal fees unless we are successful.

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Florida-561 391 1900 

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Failure to Supervise, FInancial Exploitation of the Elderly, Finra Investigation of Stockbroker, Kovack Securities, Stockbroker Discharged, Stockbroker Malpractice, StockBroker Misconduct, Theft

Rita Marie Dulya-Former Kovac Securities Broker-Discloses Pending Criminal Charges- Theft Of a Person 65 or Older-Port St. Lucie, FL

February 2020- Port St. Lucie, FL

The FINRA records of Rita Marie Dulya  , a former stock broker who last worked for Kovack Securities, Inc. , disclose  a regulatory event resulting in a bar from the securities industry, a pending felony criminal charge and a termination from employment.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the agency that licenses and regulates stockbrokers and brokerage firms. FINRA requires brokers and brokerage firms to report customer complaints and disputes as well as regulatory sanctions. In addition brokers are required to disclose certain financial matters such as personal bankruptcies, judgments and liens.

In  11/ 2018,  Dulya was permanently barred from the securities industry  for failing to respond to FINRA request for information in connection with an investigation.

In February 2018, felony charges of third-degree grand theft of a person 65 years of age or older were brought against Dulya in Circuit Court for the 19th Judicial Circuit of the State of Florida, Port St. Lucie County.   Formal charges include exploitation of an elderly or disabled adult- less than $10,000.   This case is currently pending.

In October 2017 Kovack Securities, Inc. terminated Dulya’s employment as a result of allegations that a “client gave money to registered representative”.

Dulya worked for Kovack Securities, Inc.  from November of 2002  to October of 2017.   She was with Pro-Integrity Securities and Sunpoint Securities before that time.

Dulya discloses and affiliation with Port St. Lucie Investment Services.   

If you have problems in an account  handled by Rita Marie Dulya  call for a no charge consultation .

Rex Securities Law , with offices in Boca Raton, FL,  and  Austin, TX,   provides representation to  investors  nationwide who are seeking recovery of investment losses due to the negligence or fraud of stockbrokers and broker dealers. If you have questions about how your account has been handled, call to speak with an experienced securities attorney.

Most cases handled on a contingent fee basis meaning that you do not pay legal fees unless we are successful.

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TollFree: 877-224-3199

Florida-561 391 1900 

Texas-512-329-2870

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Jaime R. Rodriguez- Former Cuso Financial Services Broker – Permanently Barred from Industry by FINRA for Stealing from Elderly, Blind Customer- Port Chester, NY

September 2019 – Port Chester, NY

The FINRA records of  Jamie R. Rodriguez,  a  former stockbroker who was last employed by Cuso Financial Services disclose he  has been barred from the securities industry by FINRA who found that he converted funds from an elderly, blind customer.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the agency that licenses and regulates stockbrokers and brokerage firms. FINRA requires brokers and brokerage firms to report customer complaints and disputes as well as regulatory sanctions. In addition brokers are required to disclose certain financial matters such as personal bankruptcies, judgments and liens.

In August of 2017  Jaime R. Rodriguez was permanently barred from the securities industry by FINRA.   “Rodriguez consented to the sanction and to the entry of findings that he converted approximately $200,000 from an elderly and legally blind customer and used these funds to purchase two apartments in Rodriguez’ name.  The findings stated that when the customer’s apartment lease was terminated, Rodriguez offered with assist the customer with locating and purchasing a residence.  Rodriguez purchased an apartment for approximately $70,000 in the Bronx, NY using the customer’s funds.  The apartment was supposed to be purchased in the customer’s name.  Unbeknownst to the customer, Rodriguez was the sole beneficial owner of the residence.  The customer was unable to see or read the documents due to his disability. ”    

Rodriguez  was employed by HSBC Securities from 12/2010-7/2014, followed by terms of employment with Capital One Investment Services, Capital One Investing and CUSO Financial.

If you have questions about an account  handled by Jaime R. Rodriguez call for a no charge consultation.

Rex Securities Law , with offices in Boca Raton, FL,  and  Austin, TX,   provides representation to  investors  nationwide who are seeking recovery of investment losses due to the negligence or fraud of stockbrokers and broker dealers. If you have questions about how your account has been handled, call to speak with an experienced securities attorney.

Most cases handled on a contingent fee basis meaning that you do not pay legal fees unless we are successful.

International Representation

Rex Securities Law

TollFree: 877-224-3199

Florida-561 391 1900 

Texas-512-329-2870

Finra Investigation of Stockbroker, Invest Financial Corporation, Stockbroker Discharged, Stockbroker Malpractice, StockBroker Misconduct, Theft

Roger Kroeger-Former Invest Financial Broker-Discloses Criminal Suit & Termination-Ft. Lauderdale, FL

January 2019- Ft. Lauderdale, FL

According to publicly available records Roger Kroeger, (CRD# 1526864) ,  a  previously registered stockbroker who was last employed by Invest Financial Corporation, disclose a regulatory event, a pending criminal charge, a prior customer dispute and a termination from employment.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the agency that licenses and regulates stockbrokers and brokerage firms. FINRA requires brokers and brokerage firms to report customer complaints and disputes as well as regulatory sanctions. In addition brokers are required to disclose certain financial matters such as personal bankruptcies, judgments and liens.

In September of 2018, Kroeger consented to a sanction and to the entry of findings that he refused to appear for FINRA on-the-record testimony in connection with a FINRA investigation.   Kroeger violated FINRA Rules 8210 and 2010 and was barred from the securities industry.

In a pending criminal matter, Case17013278CF10A, Circuit Court in Broward County, FL , Kroeger is charged with 1 felony count of obtaining property of over $50,000 by fraud, one felony count of exploitation of elderly in the amount of $100,000 or more, three felony counts of  fraud -utter false instrument, two felony counts of grand theft first degree greater than $100,000, one felony count of grand theft greater than $20,000 and less than $100,000 and two felony counts of fraud-money launder trans $100,000 or more.  Kroeger  has pleaded not guilty to all charges and the matter is currently pending.

In December of 2017, a customer of Invest Financial Corporation alleged Kroeger misappropriated cash funds from the customer account. That case was settled in 4/2018 for $206,084.

Kroeger began working  for Invest Financial Corporation in 1990 and was discharged in 11/2017. Invest Financial makes the following allegation on Kroeger’s FINRA record: “Representative admitted to facilitating a loan to his sister from a senior client and was subsequently chard with multiple felony offenses in connection with these circumstances”.

If you have losses in an account handled by Roger Kroeger, contact us for a no charge consultation to learn how you may be entitled to recover damages through FINRA arbitration.

Rex Securities Law , with offices in Boca Raton, FL,  and  Austin, TX,   provides representation to  investors  nationwide who are seeking recovery of investment losses due to the negligence or fraud of stockbrokers and broker dealers. If you have questions about how your account has been handled, call to speak with an experienced securities attorney.

Most cases handled on a contingent fee basis meaning that you do not pay legal fees unless we are successful.

Nationwide Representation

Rex Securities Law

TollFree: 877-224-3199

Florida-561 391 1900 

Texas-512-329-2870