The Law of the Financial Markets from Top Securities Lawyers
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
On March 1, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it has brought an enforcement action involving HG Vora Capital Management LLC, a New York-based investment advisory firm. This case underscores the critical importance of timely and transparent ownership disclosures in the financial world, especially in the context […]
SEC Charges Lordstown Motors with Misleading Investors Regarding Flagship Electric Vehicle Washington D.C., Feb. 29, 2024 —The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken action against Lordstown Motors Corp., alleging that the company misled investors regarding the sales prospects of its flagship electric pickup truck, the Endurance. Lordstown, which underwent […]
February 8. 2024 – The U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling holding that whistleblowers do not need to prove that their employer acted with “retaliatory intent” to be protected under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX). The decision in the case, Murray v. UBS Securities, LLC, has immense implications for several […]
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is gearing up for an impactful event that promises to highlight the critical need for investor access to legal counsel. The 2024 Investor Advocacy Clinic Summit is set to bring together law students, their professors, SEC staff, and other distinguished guests to delve […]
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has stepped forward to address a notable issue. This situation serves as a stark warning for students and investors about the risks of navigating the complex and often murky waters of digital currency investments. The Rise and Fall of a Crypto Education Venture Unveiling […]
Introduction The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken legal action against Xue Lee (aka Sam Lee) and Brenda Chunga (aka Bitcoin Beautee) for their roles in the fraudulent crypto asset pyramid scheme, known as HyperFund, which managed to accumulate over $1.7 billion from investors worldwide. The SEC’s charges shed […]
SEO Title: SEC Charges Northern Star SPAC for Misleading IPO Disclosures Introduction In a significant development, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken action against Northern Star Investment Corp. II, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), for alleged material misrepresentations in its initial public offering (IPO) disclosures dating back […]
Washington D.C., Jan. 12, 2024 — The SEC has taken legal action against investment banking giant Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC and its former head of equity syndicate desk, Pawan Passi. The charges stem from a multi-year fraud scheme involving the improper disclosure of confidential information related to significant stock […]
SEC’s Allegations Against Brooge Energy and Executives The SEC recently filed instituted proceedings against Brooge Energy Limited, and its former CEO, Nicolaas Lammert Paardenkooper, and Lina Saheb, who served as Chief Strategy Officer and Interim CEO. Brooge Energy consented to a settlement with the SEC, acknowledging violations of numerous federal […]
Understanding the Whistleblowers The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently made headlines by awarding over $28 million to seven individuals whose crucial information and assistance played pivotal roles in the successful enforcement action taken by the SEC. In this article, we will delve into the details of these whistleblowers’ […]
