Investment Loss Options for Clients of Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated Broker John Forster

Merrill Lynch

Erez Law is currently investigating Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated broker John Forster (CRD# 1303832), who is accused of variable annuity investment losses. He has been registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated in Washington, DC, since 2012. 

John Forster Customer Complaints

He has been the subject of six customer complaints between 2001 and 2023, four of which were denied, according to his CRD report. The most recent complaint was regarding: 

June 2023. “Executor for the estate alleges that financial advisor failed to act in her best interest and made an unsuitable recommendation related to variable annuity.” The customer is seeking $272,000 in damages, and the case is currently pending. 

Pursuant to FINRA Rules, member firms are responsible for supervising a broker’s activities during the time the broker is registered with the firm. Therefore, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated may be liable for investment or other losses suffered by John Forster’s customers.

Erez Law represents investors in the United States for claims against brokers and brokerage firms for wrongdoing. If you have experienced investment losses, please call us at 888-840-1571 or complete our contact form for a free consultation. Erez Law is a nationally recognized law firm representing individuals, trusts, corporations and institutions in claims against brokerage firms, banks and insurance companies on a contingency fee basis.

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Author: Jeffrey Erez

The founder of Erez Law, Jeffrey Erez, focuses exclusively on securities arbitration and litigation. Mr. Erez passionately believes in representing aggrieved investors and obtaining justice for his clients through litigation.