Victims of financial fraud may suffer lasting and long-term consequences. Not only is this type of fraud almost certain to have a wide-ranging personal impact that takes a steep financial toll, but victims often endure serious emotional distress and angst.

When a business or a third-party professional engages in fraudulent conduct that results in financial damages, even if they were unaware that a Ponzi scheme or other fraud was occurring, investors have the right to pursue legal action. A securities fraud attorney can spearhead the financial fraud investigation process while protecting your interests during each stage of seeking monetary recovery.

Types Of Financial Fraud

The investigation process for financial fraud will depend on the nature of the underlying crime that is alleged. There are numerous forms of financial fraud. One of the most common is securities fraud, which is a broad term for unlawful activities that involve manipulating the financial markets, share prices, or otherwise deceiving investors for personal gain. Examples can include schemes such as:

Financial fraud involving various securities like stocks, bonds, real estate, crypto currency, or other investments can leave investors facing staggering losses. Typically, financial fraud relates to unlawful practices in the equities or commodities markets that compel investors to buy or sell investments because of false or incomplete information. Any deception, nondisclosure, or obfuscation of material facts that lead to investor losses can also constitute financial fraud.

Understanding The Financial Fraud Investigation Process

After you contact one of our attorneys about a potential case of financial fraud, the next step will be for us to conduct an extensive investigation. This can include several phases, such as gathering documentation and carefully reviewing all records related to the suspected fraud. We have accountants, MBAs and others on staff to help our attorneys investigate and analyze all relevant materials.

We will thoroughly analyze your account statements, disclosures, trade confirmations, and other documentation to determine what resources are available and potentially responsible parties. We can also collect witness testimony, including interviews with current and former investors to help bolster your case, while reviewing marketing materials, investor documents, and other information about the alleged perpetrator.

Our team also includes forensic accounts and financial analysts who can examine financial records and trace the flow of funds to possible fraudulent activities. Key evidence such as contracts, account statements, emails, and any other supporting documentation should be carefully preserved.

Moving To Litigation

Once we quantify your eligibility for compensation based on provable damages, we can advise whether you may be eligible to initiate any of a wide range of civil litigation. For example, you may qualify to join a class action lawsuit against a financial entity that has wronged numerous investors or you may have a direct claim against your financial advisor that should be pursued through FINRA arbitration.

There may be numerous parties who could be liable in financial fraud cases, including investment firms, investment banks, commercial banks, among others. Moreover, any individual or entity who directly or indirectly promoted the fraud may be liable.

Our lawyers represent victims of financial fraud at every stage of the legal process, including litigation in state and federal court, as well as alternative methods of dispute resolution like arbitration or mediation. We will develop a comprehensive strategy for your case early on, always keeping your interests at the forefront while working to get your money back from those who should have known better.

Contact Our Attorneys And Learn About The Financial Fraud Investigation Process

When the actions of a large financial institution, investment advisor, or any related individual or entity involve fraud, victims may sustain untold financial harm. If you have lost money because of these actions, the attorneys at Silver Law Group can help you win the compensation you deserve. The financial fraud investigation process will often be very specific to the facts of your case. Scott Silver and the legal team have decades of combined experience representing both institutional as well as individual investors nationwide to recover losses incurred from financial fraud.

We can help you seek the justice you deserve while leaving no stone unturned to hold the responsible parties legally accountable. Call now to schedule your free a consultation and retain us on a contingency fee basis.