Advisor Alert: Our Attorneys Are Investigating Gary Thomas Hughes For Investment Fraud

Did You Lose Money Because of Gary Hughes?

Filed: March 11, 2024

Gary Hughes currently has one (1) pending customer complaint. Overall, he has been the subject of four (4) customer complaints, one (1) regulatory event, and one (1) criminal event. 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 Gary Thomas Hughes.

Who Is Gary Thomas Hughes?

  • Advisor Name: Gary Thomas Hughes
  • Aliases: Gary Hughes
  • CRD: 1700976
  • Location: Hermosa Beach, California
  • Current Employer: Currently Not Registered
  • Previous Firms: Concorde Investment Services, LLC, Arque Capital, Ltd., and Questar Capital Corporation
  • Number of Known Customer Complaints: 4
  • Number of Known Regulatory Events: 1
  • Number of Known Criminal Events: 1
  • Can Gary Hughes Be Sued: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Can Gary Hughes’s Employers Be Sued For Failing to Supervise Actions: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Highest Damages Allegation: $150,000
  • Highest Settlement: $36,125

If you have suffered investment losses by Gary Hughes, we strongly encourage you to exercise your rights to experienced legal representation. Recover what is owed to you by retaining a breach of fiduciary duty 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 Gary Hughes For Broker Misconduct

As of this publication date, Gary Hughes has been the subject of 4 customer disputes, 1 regulatory event, and 1 criminal event. Let’s review them below.

In April 2023, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Gary Hughes by a customer of Concorde Investment Services, LLC alleging unsuitable recommendations, common law fraud, breach of contract, negligent supervision, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, violation of California Securities Act, and elder abuse in relation to investment made in February of 2020. Per the customer, he/she lost over $150,000 because of Mr. Hughes’s actions. As of this publication date, this claim remains pending.

In July 2020, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Gary Hughes by a customer of Concorde Investment Services, LLC alleging dissatisfaction with the product suspension of distributions in 2020, and is requesting a full refund from the product sponsor due to performance. Per the customer, he/she lost over $50,000 because of Mr. Hughes’s actions.

In December 2013, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Gary Hughes by a customer of Questar Capital Corporation alleging lack of due diligence and poor performance in $105,000 investment in patriot minerals on 1/5/09. Per the customer, he/she lost over $105,000 because of Mr. Hughes’s actions.

In September 2006, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Gary Hughes by a customer of Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated alleging that the replacement of variable annuity contract was unsuitable. Per the customer, he/she lost over $36,125.07 because of Mr. Hughes’s actions. On October 18, 2006, Mr. Hughes settled the claim for $36,125, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Hughes’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In April 2002, California Department of Insurance initiated a regulatory action against or in reference to Gary Hughes for misdemeanor.

In July 1997, misdemeanor charges were pressed against Gary Hughes in the Municipal Court of Inglewood/East Regent Inglewood, CA. Los Angeles County – California for 1 count of stealing water and 2 counts of embezzlement MISD.

How To File A Claim Against Gary Hughes (previously with Concorde Investment Services, LLC, Arque Capital, Ltd., and Questar Capital Corporation) To Get Your Money Back

If you have questions about Gary Hughes, Concorde Investment Services, LLC, Arque Capital, Ltd., Questar Capital Corporation, 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.

Advisor Alert: Our Attorneys Are Investigating William Aubrey Morrow For Investment Fraud

Did You Lose Money Because of William Morrow?

Filed: February 15, 2024

William Morrow (also known as Aubrey Morrow) has been the subject of fourteen (14) customer complaints and one (1) termination event. 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 William Aubrey Morrow.

Who Is William Aubrey Morrow of Concorde Investment Services, LLC and Concorde Asset Management, LLC?

  • Advisor Name: William Aubrey Morrow
  • Aliases: W Aubrey Morrow, Aubrey Morrow
  • CRD: 836500
  • Location: San Diego, California
  • Current Employer: Concorde Investment Services, LLC and Concorde Asset Management, LLC
  • Previous Firms: Independent Financial Group, LLC and Financial Designs Ltd.
  • Number of Known Customer Complaints: 14
  • Number of Known Termination Events: 1
  • Can William Morrow Be Sued: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Can William Morrow’s Employers Be Sued For Failing to Supervise Actions: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Highest Damages Allegation: $3,000,000
  • Highest Settlement: $450,000

If you have suffered investment losses by William Morrow, we strongly encourage you to exercise your rights to experienced legal representation. Recover what is owed to you by retaining a stockbroker 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 William Morrow For Broker Misconduct

As of this publication date, William Morrow has been the subject of 14 customer disputes and 1 termination event. Let’s review them below.

In May 2023, a complaint was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging poor recommendation of investments made in approximately 2012.

In May 2020, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging that investments were high risk and not in line with their stated objectives and risk tolerance. Per the customer, he/she lost over $100,000 because of Morrow’s actions. On October 4, 2023, Morrow settled the claim for $55,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In February 2015, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging unsuitability, breach of fiduciary duty, common law fraud, breach of contract, violation of California Securities Act, negligent supervision, sale of unregistered securities in connection with tenant in common (TIC) investments purchased in 2006. Per the customer, he/she lost over $730,000 because of Morrow’s actions. On April 29, 2016, Morrow settled the claim for $100,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In November 2012, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging unsuitable transactions, omissions, misrepresentation, breach of contractual, and fiduciary duties. Per the customer, he/she lost over $1,452,659 because of Morrow’s actions. On January 3, 2014, Morrow settled the claim for $380,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In April 2012, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging violation of Federal & State securities laws, negligence, unsuitable recommendation, breach of fiduciary duty in connection with 2 tenants in common investments purchased in 2008. Per the customer, he/she lost over $1,100,000 because of Morrow’s actions. On July 17, 2013, Morrow settled the claim for $75,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In December 2011, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by multiple customers of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging breach of fiduciary duty, misrepresentation, negligence, violations of CA corporate code in connection with 2 tenants in common investments purchased in 2007. Per the customers, they lost over $613,310 because of Morrow’s actions. On March 25, 2013, Morrow settled the claim for $250,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In October 2011, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by multiple customers of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging misrepresentation, omissions, unsuitable recommendations, sale of unregistered securities in connection with 2 TIC investments in 2007. Per the customers, they lost over $594,171 because of Morrow’s actions. On July 17, 2013, Morrow settled the claim for $233,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In January 2011, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by multiple customers of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, misrepresentation, professional negligence & violation of suitability rules in connection with a tenant in common investment purchased in 2006. Per the customers, they lost over $796,904 because of Morrow’s actions. On February 23, 2012, Morrow settled the claim for $145,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In November 2010, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging breach of contract, negligence, negligent misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty related to real estate investments in 2004. Per the customer, he/she lost over $3,000,000 because of Morrow’s actions. On June 1, 2012, Morrow settled the claim for $150,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In August 2010, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Independent Financial Group, LLC alleging unsuitability, negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract and failure to supervise in connection with 1031 exchange/TIC investments made in 2007 & 2008. Per the customer, he/she lost over $2,111,130 because of Morrow’s actions. On November 18, 2011, Morrow settled the claim for $450,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In March 2005, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Titan/Value Equities Group, Inc. alleging that the client’s investment in an unsecured note of docuvision on or about March 2, 1998 was unsuitable. Per the customer, he/she lost over $22,000 because of Morrow’s actions. On October 13, 2005, Morrow settled the claim for $6,500, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In March 2004, QA3 Financial Corp. terminated William Morrow for submitting business for a product he willingly knew he was not licensed to sell.

In May 2003, a NASD arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of QA3 Financial Corp. alleging breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, fraudulent misrepresentations, omissions, and unsuitable recommendation. Per the customer, he/she lost over $400,000 because of Morrow’s actions. An arbitration panel found that William Morrow was negligent and awarded $206,875.01 in favor of the customers.

In October 1993, a NASD arbitration was filed against or in reference to William Morrow by a customer of Titan Value Equities Group, Inc. alleging misrepresentation, fraud, unsuitability, failure to supervise, breach of fiduciary duty with respect to limited partnership, royalty mortgage incomme fund II. The client requested full recission of $25,000 investments, plus punitive damages, interest cost, cost of arbitration and after fee. Per the customer, he/she lost over $25,000 because of Morrow’s actions. An arbitration panel found that William Morrow was negligent and awarded $7,000 in favor of the customers.

In September 1988, a complaint was filed against or in reference to William Morrow alleging violation of Calif corp code: Sec Act of ’34; fraud, etc. Per the customer, he/she lost over $35,537 because of Morrow’s actions. On September 1, 1998, Morrow settled the claim for $35,537, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Morrow’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

How To File A Claim Against William Morrow of Concorde Investment Services, LLC and Concorde Asset Management, LLC (previously with Independent Financial Group, LLC and Financial Designs Ltd.) To Get Your Money Back

If you have questions about William Morrow, Concorde Investment Services, LLC, Concorde Asset Management, LLC, Independent Financial Group, LLC, Financial Designs Ltd., 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.

Advisor Alert: Our Attorneys Are Investigating Frank Timothy Kuiper For Investment Fraud

Did You Lose Money Because of Frank Kuiper?

Filed: February 15, 2024

Frank Kuiper currently has one (1) pending customer complaint. Overall, he has been the subject of one (1) customer complaint. 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 Frank Timothy Kuiper.

Who Is Frank Timothy Kuiper of Concorde Investment Services, LLC and Concorde Asset Management, LLC?

  • Advisor Name: Frank Timothy Kuiper
  • Aliases: Frank Kuiper
  • CRD: 1774282
  • Location: San Diego, California
  • Current Employer: Concorde Investment Services, LLC and Concorde Asset Management, LLC
  • Previous Firms: Independent Financial Group, LLC and Financial Designs Ltd.
  • Number of Known Customer Complaints: 1
  • Can Frank Kuiper Be Sued: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Can Frank Kuiper’s Employers Be Sued For Failing to Supervise Actions: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Highest Damages Allegation: Unknown
  • Highest Settlement: Unknown

If you have suffered investment losses by Frank Kuiper, we strongly encourage you to exercise your rights to experienced legal representation. Recover what is owed to you by retaining a breach of fiduciary duty 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 Frank Kuiper For Broker Misconduct

As of this publication date, Frank Kuiper has been the subject of 1 customer dispute. Let’s review it below.

In September 2023, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Frank Kuiper by a customer of Concorde Investment Services, LLC alleging violation of California Common Law Fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence and negligent failure to supervise relating to the investments made on 08/31/2020. As of this publication date, this claim remains pending.

How To File A Claim Against Frank Kuiper of Concorde Investment Services, LLC and Concorde Asset Management, LLC (previously with Independent Financial Group, LLC and Financial Designs Ltd.) To Get Your Money Back

If you have questions about Frank Kuiper, Concorde Investment Services, LLC, Concorde Asset Management, LLC, Independent Financial Group, LLC, Financial Designs Ltd., 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.

Advisor Alert: Our Attorneys Are Investigating Larry Steven Werbel For Investment Fraud

Did You Lose Money Because of Larry Werbel?

Filed: November 6, 2023

Larry Werbel has been the subject of four (4) regulatory events, four (4) termination events, one (1) criminal event, one (1) civil event, and seven (7) 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 Larry Steven Werbel.

Who Is Larry Steven Werbel?

  • Advisor Name: Larry Steven Werbel
  • Aliases: Larry Werbel
  • CRD: 828351
  • Location: Chagrin Falls, Ohio
  • Current Employer: No Longer Allowed to Practice in the Securities Industry
  • Previous Firms: Concorde Investment Services, LLC and Summit Brokerage Services, Inc.
  • Number of Known Customer Complaints: 7
  • Number of Known Regulatory Events: 4
  • Number of Known Termination Events: 4
  • Number of Known Civil Events: 1
  • Number of Known Criminal Events: 1
  • Can Larry Werbel Be Sued: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Can Larry Werbel’s Employers Be Sued For Failing to Supervise Actions: Yes, in Private Arbitration
  • Highest Damages Allegation: $1,000,000
  • Highest Settlement: $185,138.61

If you have suffered investment losses by Larry Werbel, 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 Larry Werbel For Broker Misconduct

As of this publication date, Larry Werbel has been the subject of 4 regulatory events, 4 termination events, 1 criminal event, 1 civil event, and 7 customer disputes. Let’s review them below.

In June 2018, United States Securities And Exchange Commission initiated a regulatory action against or in reference to Larry Werbel. Werbel pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 371 and one count of investment adviser fraud in violation of Title 15, United States Code, Section 80b-6 before the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, in United States v. Larry Werbel, Crim. No. 1:15-cr-171.

In October 2016, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Larry Werbel by a customer of Concorde Investment Services, LLC alleging suitability, negligence, and a failure to supervise in relation to annuity investments made in July of 2015. Per the customer, he/she lost over $200,000 because of Mr. Werbel’s actions. On July 27, 2017, Mr. Werbel settled the claim for $125,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Werbel’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In July 2016, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Larry Werbel by a customer of Evolution Partners Wealth Management, LLC, Summit Brokerage Services, Inc., and LPL Financial LLC alleging breach of duty of loyalty, negligence, fraud, respondeat superior, and negligent supervision. Per the customer, he/she lost over $778,119.36 because of Mr. Werbel’s actions. An arbitration panel found that Larry Werbel was negligent and awarded $202,125 in favor of the customers.

In July 2016, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Larry Werbel by a customer of LPL Financial, LLC alleging unsuitable Penny Stock Trading and failure to disclose high risk strategy. Per the customer, he/she lost over $19,995.60 because of Mr. Werbel’s actions. On October 3, 2016, Mr. Werbel settled the claim for $17,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Werbel’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In June 2016, FINRA initiated a regulatory action against or in reference to Larry Werbel for failing to comply with an arbitration award or settlement agreement or to satisfactorily respond to a FINRA request to provide information concerning the status of compliance.

In May 2016, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Larry Werbel by multiple customers of LPL Financial, LLC alleging that Mr. Werbel recommended two unsuitable securities causing losses in November 2010 through February 2011. Per the customers, they lost over $74,518 because of Mr. Werbel’s actions. On February 9,  2017, Mr. Werbel settled the claim for $48,580, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Werbel’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In May 2016, FINRA initiated a regulatory action against or in reference to Larry Werbel for failing to respond to FINRA request for information.

In March 2016, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Larry Werbel by a customer of Evolution Partners Wealth Management, LLC and Summit Brokerage Services, Inc. The complaint was received as a letter from a lawyer with no allegations, just a statement that Mr. Werbel was indicted in US District Court stating a Time Period March 2011 to December 2014. On October 27, 2016, Mr. Werbel settled the claim for $60,000, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Werbel’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In January 2016, felony charges were pressed against Larry Werbel in United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. Larry Werbel received 1 felony charge for Attempt And Conspiracy To Commit Wire Fraud, 1 felony charge for Fraud By Wire, Radio, Or Television, 1 felony charge for Manipulative And Deceptive Devices (Securities Fraud), 1 felony charge for Statements Or Entries Generally (False Statements), 1 felony charge for Disclosure Of Information By Commission (Investment Advisor Fraud), and 1 felony charge for Conspiracy To Commit Securities Fraud.

In January 2016, Concorde Investment Services, LLC terminated Larry Werbel after internal review initiated upon learning Rep was indicted for defrauding investors prior to association with the firm.

In January 2016, Concorde Investment Services, LLC terminated Larry Werbel after internal review initiated upon learning Rep was indicted for defrauding investors prior to association with the firm.

In December 2015, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission alleged that from 2012 to 2014, a recidivist securities law violator defrauded at least 50 relatively unsophisticated investors out of at least $11 million through the sales of securities of VGTel, Inc., a shell company he controlled.  The recidivist securities law violator bribed Larry Werbel to advise his clients to purchase VGTel stock without disclosing to his clients he had been bribed.  Mr. Werbel was liable for having aided and abetted in violations of Section 17(a) of the Securities Act and Sections 206(1) and 206(2) of the Advisers Act.  Werbel was also liable for violations of Section 10(b) of the Exchange Act and Rule 10b-5 and Sections 206(1) and 206(2) of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.

In November 2015, a complaint was filed against or in reference to Larry Werbel by a customer of LPL Financial, LLC and Summit Brokerage Services alleging negligence and unsuitability in recommendation of penny stocks VGTL and QLTS from 2010 to August 2013. Per the customer, he/she lost over $661,800 because of Mr. Werbel’s actions.

In November 2014, Summit Brokerage Services Inc. permitted Larry Werbel to resign after customer initiated arbitration was filed but before the firm’s resulting internal review was completed

In July 2014, a FINRA arbitration was filed against or in reference to Larry Werbel by a customer of Summit Brokerage Services alleging trades in VGTEL in 2013: selling away; conversion of property; and fraud. Per the customer, he/she lost over $1,000,000 because of Mr. Werbel’s actions. On January 26,  2016, Mr. Werbel settled the claim for $185,138.61, and some or all of this amount may have been paid by Mr. Werbel’s employer and/or insurance carrier.

In March 2014, FINRA initiated a regulatory action against or in reference to Larry Werbel. Without admitting or denying the findings, Werbel consented to the sanctions and to the entry of findings that he solicited customers to invest in a low-priced security, which Werbel himself had previously purchased.

In February 2011, LPL Financial LLC terminated Larry Werbel for privately buying stock for his clients at a guaranteed price away from the firm without the firm’s knowledge, and in violation of firm policies and procedures.

How To File A Claim Against Larry Werbel (previously with Concorde Investment Services, LLC and Summit Brokerage Services, Inc.) To Get Your Money Back.

If you have questions about Larry Werbel, Concorde Investment Services, LLC, Summit Brokerage Services, 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.