Russell Koonin

Russell Koonin

June 02, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Companies and Executives Must Be Extra Vigilant of Disclosures During Pandemic

In the midst the current COVID-19 pandemic, the SEC is paying attention. The Division of Enforcement has made clear that it will act, and act quickly, to stop fraudulent conduct that falls under its jurisdiction related to the pandemic.

By Russell Koonin and Adam Schwartz

3 minute read

October 14, 2019 | Daily Business Review

'Carvelli v. Ocwen Financial': A Securities Fraud Heightened Pleading Primer

The defense bar gained an additional quiver in its arsenal against securities fraud claims last month, when for the first time, the Eleventh Circuit, in Carvelli v. Ocwen Financial, formally recognized the "puffery defense" in affirming the dismissal of a securities fraud class action case.

By Russell Koonin and Adam Schwartz

5 minute read


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