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Two former Smith Barney brokers have denied WorldCom-related allegations brought against them by the NYSE.
The regulatory body has proposed that brokers with extensive actions or complaints against them receive enhanced supervision.
While Smith Barney now considers the WorldCom option-account problems at its Atlanta branch closed, two former brokers are still waging their legal battle.