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Michael Meniktas Allegedly Recommended an Unsuitable Life Insurance Strategy

Michael Meniktas (CRD #: 3186445), a broker registered with UBS Financial Services, is the subject of an investor dispute. This is according to his BrokerCheck record, accessed on August 15, 2024. Keep reading if you have questions regarding his alleged conduct. 

Investor Allegations 

On July 2, 2024, an investor alleged that Michael Meniktas recommended an unsuitable life insurance investment strategy that involved a selling away scheme. 

The investor is seeking $1,036,306. 

What is an Unsuitable Investment? 

FINRA Rule 2111, a.k.a. The Suitability Rule, requires brokers to tailor their investment recommendations to suit investors’ needs. Rule 2111 also requires brokers to consider the following investor characteristics: 

  • Investment goals
  • Age
  • Risk tolerance
  • Time horizon (i.e., how long the investor plans to hold the investment)
  • Investing experience
  • Tax status

Investments that do not fit the criteria established by the investor profile may be unsuitable. Investors who rely on brokers for recommendations may recover their losses by pursuing FINRA arbitration.

Background Information 

Michael Meniktas has passed the following exams: 

  • Series 65 Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination 
  • Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination 
  • SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination 
  • Series 7 General Securities Representative Examination 

He is a registered broker in 17 states and is a registered investment adviser in California and Texas. 

Michael Meniktas has registered with two firms: UBS Financial Services (CRD #: 8174) and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith (CRD #: 7691). 

Kurta Law Can Help 

If you worked with Michael Meniktas and you have concerns about your investments, do not hesitate to contact us at 877-600-0098 or email info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation. 

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