Investor Alleges Susan Atchison Failed to Follow Instructions

Susan Atchison (CRD #: 2027591), a broker registered with Truist Investment Services, was the subject of a recent dispute, according to her BrokerCheck record, accessed on August 1, 2022. Investors may also have engaged her services through Truist Advisory Services. If you have questions about Susan Atchison’s conduct as a broker, keep reading.

Investor Dispute

On May 30, 2022, an investor alleged that Susan Atchison failed to follow their liquidation instructions, resulting in a loss of market value. The client sought $55,000 in damages, but the dispute was denied by the firm.

However, investors should be aware that firms can deny disputes without an external review. Investors may be able to recoup their losses by seeking out FINRA arbitration after a denial.

FINRA Rule 2010

Failure to follow instructions violates FINRA Rule 2010, which holds brokers to high standards of commercial honor and ethical conduct.

Background Information

Susan Atchison has passed the following exams:

• Series 66 – Uniform Combined State Law Examination
• Series 63 – Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
• SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination
• Series 7 – General Securities Representative Examination

Susan Atchison is a registered broker in 14 states and a registered investment adviser in Georgia and Texas.

She has also worked for the following firms:

• SunTrust Investment Services (CRD#:17499)
• Primerica Advisors (CRD#:10111)
• PFS Investments (CRD#:10111)
• Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith (CRD#:7691)
• Wachovia Securities (CRD#:19616)
• First Union Brokerage Services (CRD#:8112)
• Bank South Investment Services (CRD#:36629)
• Nations Securities (CRD#:32542)
• Bear, Stearns & Company (CRD#:79)

Kurta Law Can Help

If you worked with Susan Atchison and you have concerns about your investments, please contact us today at 877-600-0098 or info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation.

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