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    Friend's name used by a pump and dump (without his knowledge)

    Thank you for the response. "Pump and dump" in this context (like most other) means they list a penny stock in OTC markets. Then, they make fake press releases to pump up the stock, thereafter liquidating their own position to the public at inflated prices. If anyone looks up his name in the...
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    Friend's name used by a pump and dump (without his knowledge)

    Thank you, I'll reach out to a few attorneys and see who bites. Really appreciate everyone's input on this.
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    Friend's name used by a pump and dump (without his knowledge)

    I appreciate the response, but, what would I have to gain by lying? Everything I am saying is factual. Happy to provide mods with any proof to support the same. The absurdity and blatant disregard of securities law was shocking to the State Bar representative I spoke with as well. She figured...
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    Friend's name used by a pump and dump (without his knowledge)

    He's in Central America. I'm not sure if I should be more specific? Given the details of the initial post, it would be awfully easy for the culprit to piece together it's him. Let me know if you guys feel otherwise.
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    Friend's name used by a pump and dump (without his knowledge)

    My friend isn't very savvy, hence why he was probably a prime target for this fraud. He sent me the backdated documents that they asked him to sign, asking whether he should do it. I told him absolutely not and to get a lawyer immediately. What sort of lawyer would we need for this case? When...
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    Friend's name used by a pump and dump (without his knowledge)

    Hi All - My friend has a dilemma: - His name was used by an acquaintance in a pump and dump - The company made filings to the SEC stating that he basically controls, owns and manages the company - He had no knowledge of it until they asked him to sign some backdated documents He immediately...

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