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Scarinci Hollenbeck Partner & Securities Litigator Angela Turiano to be Featured as Guest Lecturer for Investor Law Clinic On Thursday, February 6, 2025, Angela A. Turiano will be featured as a guest lecturer at the Investor Law Clinic of the University of Miami School of Law and share her expertise on SEC Regulation BI. Notably, […]

Powerhouse Securities, Regulatory, and Employment Litigation Attorney Angela A. Turiano Tapped to Lead New York and New Jersey Litigation Department New York, NY – January 7, 2025 – Scarinci & Hollenbeck, LLC is proud to announce that Angela A. Turiano has been named Chair of the firm’s Litigation Department, overseeing both New York and New […]

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) enforcement strategy recently took a significant hit from the U.S. Supreme Court. In SEC v. Jarkesy, 603 U.S. ____ (2024), the Court held that when the SEC seeks civil penalties against a defendant for securities fraud, the Seventh Amendment entitles the defendant to a jury trial. Accordingly, such actions must […]

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has a new insider trading theory that all issuers and corporate insiders should have on their radar. While the agency claims the “shadow trading” theory is not “novel,” a recent federal verdict marks the first time that the SEC has successfully held a corporate official liable for insider trading […]

For corporate executives and others wondering “Is insider trading a felony,” the short answer is yes. Insider trading violations are often criminally prosecuted as felonies. Accordingly, the penalties can be extremely serious, leading not only to professional and financial ruin but also significant jail time. Understanding Insider Trading Insider trading is the trading of a […]

Scarinci Hollenbeck NYC Office Welcomes Securities, Regulatory, and Employment Litigation Attorney Angela A. Turiano March 5, 2024 – New York, NY – Financial services attorney Angela A. Turiano left her former firm of 15 years to join Scarinci Hollenbeck’s expanding NYC office. Ms. Turiano brings with her nearly two decades of experience handling securities, regulatory, and […]

What to Do Upon Receiving a Class-Action Notice It is important to understand what your options are and what action may be required. In many cases, potential class members do not have to take any further action to reap the benefits of a class action settlement. However, in some cases, you may have to opt […]

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently updated its Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials — better known as the “Endorsement Guides.” The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently updated its Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials — better known as the “Endorsement Guides.” The FTC also proposed a new rule that would give the FTC […]

Whether you are a business raising capital or an investor buying securities, understanding the definition of a security is important... Every offer and sale of a security is required to be registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), unless subject to an exemption from registration under the Securities Act of 1933.  So, whether you […]

The buzz surrounding cryptocurrency, and in particular non-fungible tokens (NFTs), is not just attracting investors… The buzz surrounding cryptocurrency, and in particular non-fungible tokens (NFTs), is not just attracting investors. Scammers are increasingly looking to cash in as well. Accordingly, it is imperative to do your research before making an investment. Understanding the NFT Phenomenon […]

In the past year, we discussed a number of ways that startups and other small businesses can raise the capital needed to help them grow while maintaining compliance with federal securities regulations... In 2021, we discussed a number of ways that startups and other small businesses can raise the capital needed to help them grow while maintaining […]

The SEC recently published its much-anticipated report on the January 2021 GameStop (GameStop or GME) stock trading frenzy and the larger meme-stock phenomenon... The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently published its much-anticipated report on the January 2021 GameStop (GameStop or GME) stock trading frenzy and the larger meme-stock phenomenon. The report, entitled Staff Report […]