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1 Answer | Asked in Securities Law for California on
Q: I have a stock certificate for Superior Oil in 1980 issued to my Grandmother which I did not inherit. How do I found ou
Adam Savett
Adam Savett
answered on Apr 15, 2013

In March 1984, Superior Oil was acquired by Mobil Corporation (now part of ExxonMobil). At that time, Superior was the nation's largest independent oil producer. You can contact Exxon Mobil Shareholder Services via their website -... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Securities Law for Virginia on
Q: What can I do to get my money back from Private Shares in company I invested. (Not publicly traded)

I bout 440 shares in this company almost 10 years ago now. I have the share certificate. I have called repeatedly and asked for information, financials, and they never answer or return any of my calls. I am tired of getting the run around. I have provided my contact information (phone, address)... View More

Adam Savett
Adam Savett
answered on Apr 15, 2013

You should discuss the situation with a lawyer that specializes in securities law. Many will offer free initial consultations, and they can give a more in depth answer since you will be able to share more details with them than this process allows.

The answer should be in documents you...
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Q: What is court solution to corporate defrauding of stockholders
Adam Savett
Adam Savett
answered on Apr 15, 2013

It depends on what the company did, and to some extent whether they are a publicly traded company.

You should contact an attorney that specialized in securities law matters and discuss what you believe the basis of your claim is.

You may have civil remedies available to you, or in...
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Q: On 3/21/13 I filled out an app. for a brokerage account a PNC. They withdrew 200,000 from checking to acct. Can I cancel
Adam Savett
Adam Savett
answered on Apr 15, 2013

The answer depends on what they withdrew the money for, and what agreements you may have signed with PNC.

If it was just to fund your account, then it should be very easy to reverse the transaction.

If, on the other hand, it was to buy securities, and those securities have already...
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