Lars Knudsen called his former employer “bullies, plain and simple,” claiming the RIA made false allegations about him, including accusing him of brandishing a gun in the office.
According to J.D. Power’s annual survey on self-directed investors, Fidelity took the top marks for DIY investors seeking guidance, with Charles Schwab following closely behind.
A judge recommended throwing out the case of elderly couple who sued JPMorgan over investments they allege never should have been allowed and ended up wiping out much of their savings.
The settlement with the self-directed trading firm comes several weeks after FINRA's first enforcement action targeting firms' use of social media influencers.