Chadwick Taylor Bridgers (CRD #2475641) Has Customer Dispute and Termination Disclosures on FINRA BrokerCheck

Chadwick Taylor Bridgers (CRD #2475641) was previously registered as a broker. We reviewed his BrokerCheck report on March 5, 2026. It reflects one customer dispute and one termination disclosure. If you invested with Chadwick Bridgers and have concerns, keep reading.

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BrokerCheck report: BrokerCheck Report (PDF)

Investor Disputes / Customer Complaints

Chadwick Taylor Bridgers’s FINRA BrokerCheck Report reflects one customer dispute disclosure. A summary of the dispute is below:

On July 8, 2024, a customer alleged Chadwick Bridgers breached fiduciary duties and was negligent in connection with the purchase of GWG L-bonds during March 2021. The customer also alleged a failure to supervise and cited Regulation Best Interest and FINRA rules. FINRA BrokerCheck lists the product type as a private placement. The customer sought $400,000 in alleged damages. The matter was filed as FINRA arbitration No. 24-01479. FINRA BrokerCheck lists the case as settled on January 15, 2026 for $230,000, with no individual contribution by the broker.

Employment Separation

Chadwick Taylor Bridgers’s FINRA BrokerCheck Report reflects one employment separation after allegations disclosure. A summary is below:

According to the report, Cabot Lodge Securities LLC permitted Chadwick Bridgers to resign on February 6, 2026. The firm reported an allegation that he failed to follow the firm’s texting prohibition. The firm’s statement says it found he texted a customer about business matters without using the Global Relay texting service.

Rule Summary #1: FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability)

FINRA Rule 2111 requires that recommendations have a reasonable basis and fit the customer’s investment profile. Disputes involving private placements can raise questions about risk, liquidity, and whether the recommendation matched the investor’s goals.

Rule Summary #2: FINRA Rule 3110 (Supervision)

FINRA Rule 3110 requires firms to maintain a supervisory system designed to achieve compliance with securities laws and FINRA rules. Customer disputes and communication issues can also raise questions about a firm’s supervision and controls.

Why This Matters to Investors (Regulation Best Interest)

Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI) is a U.S. securities regulation. It strengthens the standard of conduct that broker-dealers owe to retail investors. It applies when they recommend securities transactions or investment strategies. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission adopted Reg BI. It became effective on June 30, 2020. Reg BI aims to protect investors while preserving access to brokerage products and services.

Reg BI requires broker-dealers and financial advisors to act in a retail customer’s best interest at the time of a recommendation. They must not place their own financial or other interests ahead of the customer’s. This standard is higher than the older “suitability” rule. Suitability meant a recommendation only had to be appropriate. It did not have to be the best option or free of conflicts.

Reg BI has four key obligations:

Disclosure Obligation – Broker-dealers must disclose material facts about the relationship and the recommendation. This includes fees, the scope of services, and conflicts of interest.

Care Obligation – Broker-dealers must use reasonable diligence, care, and skill. They must consider costs, risks, and alternatives when making a recommendation.

Conflict of Interest Obligation – Firms must identify conflicts of interest. They must disclose them and mitigate or eliminate them. This includes conflicts that create incentives to favor one product over another.

Compliance Obligation – Firms must maintain policies and procedures. Those policies should be designed to ensure compliance with Reg BI as a whole.

Reg BI applies to each recommendation. It is not a continuous duty like the fiduciary standard for registered investment advisers. Even so, it narrows the gap. It puts more focus on costs, conflicts, and investor-focused decision-making.

Overall, Regulation Best Interest promotes transparency. It also aims to improve the quality of investment recommendations. It is designed to reinforce trust between retail investors and broker-dealers in the U.S. securities markets.

Background Information (from BrokerCheck)

Based on his FINRA BrokerCheck report, Chadwick Bridgers:

Is not currently registered as a broker.

Has passed the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam and Series 7. He has also passed Series 65 and Series 63.

Was previously registered with firms that include Cabot Lodge Securities LLC, Wilbanks Securities, Inc., and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated.

Kurta Law Can Help

If you have worked with Chadwick Bridgers and you have concerns about his activity, Kurta Law may be able to help you evaluate your legal options. You can read more about potential claims and investor protections in the helpful resources below. To speak with Kurta Law, call 877-600-0098 or email info@kurtalawfirm.com.

Helpful resources: Variable Annuities | Unsuitable Investments

For nearly 20 years, Kurta Law has advocated for investors and helped hold financial professionals accountable. Our firm represents clients nationwide in securities arbitration and related disputes. If you believe a broker or firm mishandled your account, an attorney can review the facts and explain possible next steps.