Haselkorn & Thibaut, P.A., operating as Investment Fraud Lawyers, represents investors who have suffered losses due to misconduct, unsuitable recommendations, or negligence at brokerage firms nationwide. Our 95+ years of combined experience and 98% success rate give us the insight to identify violations and build strong claims for recovery.
About Nationwide Planning Associates
Nationwide Planning Associates is a registered regional broker-dealer with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). The firm serves individual and institutional investors across the United States. Investors working with Nationwide Planning Associates should understand their rights and the firm’s obligations under federal securities laws and FINRA rules.
Common investor complaints at Nationwide Planning Associates
Investors who have worked with Nationwide Planning Associates have reported concerns including unsuitable investment recommendations, supervisory failures, and other misconduct. Specific allegations have included:
- Unsuitable investment recommendations
- Failure to supervise registered representatives
- Overconcentration in high-risk or illiquid products
- Unauthorized transactions
- Misrepresentation of investment risks
- Churning or excessive trading
- Breach of fiduciary duty
FINRA BrokerCheck disclosures
All registered broker-dealers maintain a public BrokerCheck profile through FINRA. Investors can review Nationwide Planning Associates’s disclosure history, including customer complaints, arbitrations, regulatory actions, and employment terminations, at FINRA BrokerCheck.
How our firm helps investors
Investment Fraud Lawyers has recovered over $520 million in securities cases. We work on a contingency basis — no recovery, no fee. Our process:
- Free case evaluation. We review your account statements, communications, and trading history at no charge.
- Claim preparation. We draft a Statement of Claim identifying specific violations and damages.
- Discovery. We obtain internal firm records, communications, and compliance documents.
- Resolution. We negotiate settlement or present your case at a FINRA arbitration hearing.
Frequently asked questions
Can I sue Nationwide Planning Associates directly?
Most brokerage agreements require FINRA arbitration. You typically cannot sue Nationwide Planning Associates in court. Our firm handles FINRA arbitration claims nationwide.
How long does FINRA arbitration take?
Most cases resolve within 12 to 18 months. Many settle before a hearing.
What types of losses can be recovered?
Damages may include principal losses, consequential losses, lost opportunity costs, and in egregious cases, punitive damages.
How do I know if my losses were caused by misconduct?
Red flags include account concentration, unauthorized trades, excessive fees, and investments that do not match your stated risk tolerance. We review your statements at no charge.
What does “no recovery, no fee” mean?
Investment Fraud Lawyers works on a contingency basis. We only collect a fee if we recover money for you. There are no upfront costs or hourly charges.
Contact us for a free case review
If you lost money at Nationwide Planning Associates, contact Investment Fraud Lawyers today.
Call 1-888-885-7162 or email case@htattorneys.com
Our offices: Juno Beach, Florida | Phoenix, Arizona | New York, New York | Cary, North Carolina | Houston, Texas
Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for educational and investigational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Each case is evaluated on its own facts and circumstances.