Mark Heiden Losses at Wedbush?

Please take notice of a continuing investigation of the sales practices of Mark Heiden for his management of client accounts and the overconcentration of energy related stocks investments:

Energy XXI Bermuda Ltd.
Clearbridge American Energy MLP
Goldman Sachs MLP Energy
Arch Coal
Seadrill

We are currently investigating whether all material risks of the recommended investments were disclosed to clients as well as whether Wedbush broker, Mark Heiden, implemented an appropriate risk management strategy.

“The level of concentration in energy related securities posed a risk that customers could not appreciate,” said Ryan Bakhtiari.

The firm represents retail and institutional investors around the world in securities arbitration and litigation matters. Attorneys for the firm have appeared before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and in numerous state and federal courts to resolve financial disputes between customers, banks, brokerage firms and other financial institutions.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is a non-governmental organization that regulates member brokerage firms and exchange markets. Created in 2007 through the merger of the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) and the regulation, enforcement, and arbitration functions of the New York Stock Exchange, FINRA’s primary mission is to protect investors by ensuring the broker-dealer industry operates fairly and honestly. FINRA oversees more than 3,500 securities firms and approximately 630,000 registered representatives. It develops and enforces rules, conducts examinations, fosters market transparency, and educates investors, aiming to uphold the integrity of the financial markets.