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What are some hazards of allowing investors to pursue claims based on their most recent account statements?

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The solution explains the dangers of letting investors base their claims on recent accounting statements, including warnings of fraud and Ponzi schemes. 141 words.

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Fraudulent account statements could have been used if the investment firm or personnel were involved in a Ponzi scheme or some other form of illegal activity. A fraudulent statement could show that there account ...

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