Advisor Alert: Our Attorneys Are Investigating Bret Alexander Hartman For Investment Fraud

Did You Lose Money Because of Bret Hartman?

Filed: November 2, 2023

Bret Hartman has been the subject of three (3) customer complaints. As an investor, you may be entitled to compensation for losses accrued due to mismanagement of your investments.

Let’s begin our Patil Law Advisor Alert with a summary report on Bret Alexander Hartman.

Who Is Bret Alexander Hartman of Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc. and BFC Planning, Inc.?

  • Advisor Name: Bret Alexander Hartman
  • Aliases: Bret Hartman
  • CRD: 4502046
  • Location: Cortland, New York State
  • Current Employer: Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc. and BFC Planning, Inc.
  • Previous Firms: LPL Financial LLC and Uvest Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Number of Known Customer Complaints: 3
  • Can Bret Hartman Be Sued: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Can Bret Hartman’s Employers Be Sued For Failing to Supervise Actions: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Highest Damages Allegation: $50,000
  • Highest Settlement: $6,498.50

If you have suffered investment losses by Bret Hartman, we strongly encourage you to exercise your rights to experienced legal representation. Recover what is owed to you by retaining an investment fraud lawyer. Reach out to the legal team at Patil Law, P.C. via the secure online form or call the firm directly toll-free at 1-800-950-6553.

Customer Complaints Filed Against Bret Hartman For Broker Misconduct

As of this publication date, Bret Hartman has been the subject of 3 customer disputes. Let’s review them below.

In August 2020, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Bret Hartman by a customer of LPL Financial LLC alleging misrepresentation and unsuitability of structured product investment. Per the customer, he/she lost over $6,000 because of Mr. Hartman’s actions. On October 12, 2020, Mr. Hartman settled the claim for $5,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Hartman’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In June 2020, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Bret Hartman by multiple customers of LPL Financial LLC alleging that an income-producing investment in a structured note was unsuitable after they surrendered the note and incurred losses in April 25, 2019 to April 30, 2020. On August 17, 2020, Mr. Hartman settled the claim for $5,500, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Hartman’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In May 2020, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Bret Hartman by multiple customers of LPL Financial LLC alleging misrepresentation of unsuitable structured notes. Per the customers, they lost over $50,000 because of Mr. Hartman’s actions.On June 16, 2020, Mr. Hartman settled the claim for $6,498.50.

How To File A Claim Against Bret Hartman of Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc. and BFC Planning, Inc. (previously with LPL Financial LLC and Uvest Financial Services Group, Inc.) To Get Your Money Back.

If you have questions about Bret Hartman, Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc., BFC Planning, Inc., LPL Financial LLC, Uvest Financial Services Group, Inc., or the management or performance of your accounts, please contact Attorney Patil for a free initial consultation via email or toll-free at 1-800-950-6553.