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Secured debt is a creditor’s claim that is secured by a lien on the debtor’s property.

A secured party is a person or entity in whose favor a security interest is created or provided for under a security agreement, regardless of whether an obligation to be secured is currently outstanding.

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Secured Transactions Law: An Overview

Secured transaction law governs the creation, perfection, priority, and enforcement of security interests in personal property.

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Securities Law: An Overview

Securities law addresses the unique informational needs of investors. Securities are not inherently valuable; their worth derives from the rights they provide in the assets, earnings, or governa

Securities dispute resolution refers to the processes and mechanisms used to resolve conflicts and disputes arising from securities transactions, investments, and related activities.

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Most retail investors must sign arbitration agreements when they open investment accounts with their brokers.  Consequently, they are required to submit any disputes with their broker to arbitration.  This page offers factors to consider for investors who must arbitrate.

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The discovery process is the phase in which both parties research and investigate the facts and events that gave rise to the claim. During the discovery phase, parties will have access to information that was inaccessible to them before.

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There are several alternatives for helping investors resolve a dispute with a securities firm, a financial services professional, or another business. Once the decision is made to pursue arbitration a claimant must prepare a Statement of Claim. This document must be filed with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

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Arbitration hearings are the equivalent of a courtroom trial, but less formal. During hearings, all parties meet to hear the case and to present supporting evidence.

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After the panel is appointed, an Initial Prehearing Conference is scheduled.

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