Investment & Consumer Rights: Protecting Your Assets and Your Peace of Mind
At The Law Office of Ben Akech, we believe individual investors and everyday consumers deserve the same high-caliber legal protection as major financial institutions. Whether a financial advisor misled you or a corporation victimized you through unfair business practices, our firm provides the strategic advocacy needed to level the playing field.
📈 Investment Fraud & Securities Litigation
Investing for your future is a leap of faith, but that faith is protected by law. When stockbrokers, financial advisors, or brokerage firms prioritize their commissions over your financial health, it is called securities misconduct.
Led by Ben Akech—who holds an LL.M. in Securities and Financial Regulation from Georgetown University Law Center—our firm understands the complex regulatory landscape of the financial industry. As a proud member of the Public Investors Advocate Bar Association (PIABA), we are dedicated to representing investors in:
Stockbroker Misconduct: Churning (excessive trading), unauthorized trading, and misrepresentation of risks.
Breach of Fiduciary Duty: When your advisor fails to act in your best interest.
Unsuitable Recommendations: Being pushed into high-risk products (like certain REITs or private placements) that don’t match your goals.
FINRA Arbitration: Navigating the specific legal forum where most investment disputes are resolved.
🛡️ Consumer Protection & Rights
In Maryland, consumers are protected by some of the strongest laws in the country, including the Maryland Consumer Protection Act. Despite this, predatory debt collection and deceptive business practices remain a daily reality for many.
We help Maryland residents stand up to large corporations and aggressive creditors in the following areas:
1. Debt Collection Defense
If you are being harassed by third-party debt buyers or facing a credit card lawsuit, we provide a rigorous defense. We specialize in challenging “zombie debt” and ensuring creditors have the proper standing and documentation to prove their claims.
2. Deceptive Trade Practices
From “bait and switch” advertising to hidden “junk fees,” businesses often use “dark patterns” to separate you from your money. We litigate against companies that engage in unfair, abusive, or deceptive acts.
