SUPREME COURT HOLDS THAT SEC DISGORGEMENT ORDERS ARE SUBJECT TO STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS
- June 6th, 2017
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On June 5, 2017 the U.S. Supreme Court announced its unanimous opinion in Kokesh v. SEC holding that the five-year federal statute of limitations on government penalty and forfeiture claims applies to SEC claims for disgorgement. Our firm’s successful federal trial court and…
TIPS TO MINIMIZE SEC ENFORCEMENT AND INVESTOR SECURITIES CLAIMS IN EB5 OFFERINGS
- August 11th, 2016
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Now that the SEC’s Division of Enforcement is regularly bringing civil and administrative actions against EB5 securities issuers, what can the issuers do to protect themselves if an offering has already commenced or completed, and what can one do in…
Changes to the EB-5 Visa Program
- October 12th, 2015
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Will Changes Be Coming to the EB-5 Visa Program? The EB-5 visa program has been featured in the news lately. The Regional Center Pilot Program was due to expire last week, but Congress extended its expiration until December 11, 2015….
Raising Capital? 2 People You Shouldn’t Speak To
- April 9th, 2015
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Raising Capital and finding investors for your business can be tricky. It is no secret. Raising capital is intrinsic to the success of every business owner. Whether raised by a collaborative effort of friends and family, by third-party investor capital,…
Raising Capital? 2 People You Shouldn’t Speak To
- April 9th, 2015
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Raising Capital can be tricky. Make sure you’re speaking to the right people. It is no secret. Raising capital is intrinsic to the success of every business owner. Whether raised by a collaborative effort of friends and family, by…
2 Self-Protection Tips for Immigration Attorneys involved in EB-5 Visa Transactions
- March 26th, 2015
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In EB-5 Visa Transactions, Immigration attorneys can reduce their exposure to SEC enforcement investigations adhering to the following tips: 1. Don’t Be on Both Sides of EB-5 Visa Transactions. EVERY Regional Center EB-5 Investment Opportunity Is a Securities Transaction. Whether or…
Russell C. Weigel, III, in the Media
- July 1st, 2014
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Russell Weigel’s Continuing Legal Education Events – “Private Placement Agreements,” National Business Institute Teleconference on 9/29/2014. “The New Crowdfunding Exemptions for Small Businesses,” National Business Institute Teleconference on 7/18/2013. “Securities Law 101,” National Business Institute Teleconference on 10/08/2013. “Private Placement Agreements,” National Business…
July 18, 2013 – “The New Crowdfunding Exemptions for Small Businesses” Webinar
- July 10th, 2013
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Thursday, July 18, 2013 – “The New Crowdfunding Exemptions for Small Businesses” Webinar, sponsored by the National Business Institute. For more information and registration for my webinar visit the NBI homepage and search for “The New Crowdfunding Exemptions for Small…