Missouri Investment Laws
The securities and investment attorneys of The Hershewe Law Firm provide in-depth analysis, legal advice and full litigation services regarding investment law in Missouri.
Missouri Investment Law Compliance
As with other forms of securities, investments are subject to full federal and state regulatory compliance. As such, investment firms are required to engage in full disclosure, complete registration, as well as fair and equitable procedures. Fraudulent practices, including manipulation, deceptive pricing, inside information and more are strictly prohibited by federal standards and by Missouri Blue Sky Laws. Unfortunately, certain forms of investment tools, e.g. Hedge funds, remain lightly regulated. This leads to higher degrees of potential management improprieties.
Missouri Investors Rights
Investment laws in Missouri are organized to protect the rights of investors. Failure to enable these rights is considered unfair practices, and cause for litigation.
Missouri securities laws provide for the following investors rights:
- The right to receive complete information about the background and work history of the firm and the firm’s investment representative.
- The right to receive appropriate and realistic investment recommendations, per stated goals, risk tolerance and related criteria.
- The right to receive full knowledge about obligations, benefits, history, risks and costs of an investment prior to the actual investment.
- The right to full information regarding commissions, service charges, and all fees involved.
- The right to a clear process and ability to raise a complaint against the investment firm, or to move to another investment firm if you are not satisfied.
- The right to clear account forms, statements, agreements, and other communications from the investment firm.
- The right to a complete and full explanation of all transaction terms and conditions.
- The right to gain access to your funds in a speedy manner.
- The right to a clear description regarding the firm’s privacy policies.
- The right to full disclosure regarding the history of the investment firm.
Your Missouri Investment Attorneys
If you believe you are the victim of investment related fraud, you will need legal representation that fully understands the complete range of Missouri investment law. Contact the Missouri investment attorneys at the Hershewe Law Firm for complete, aggressive, results oriented legal representation.
Contact them toll free today at 1-877-382-9734 or complete our web form.
