Securities Fraud Saga Comes To Close As Former Cannabiz Mobile Consultant Receives Final Judgment
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The legal saga involving Cannabiz Mobile (OTC:LGBI) and its former consultant Anthony Jay Pignatello has concluded with a final judgment. Pignatello was involved in a securities fraud scheme, including a pump-and-dump operation with Christopher Esposito, leading to misleading investors. The judgment prohibits Pignatello from holding certain positions and requires him to pay $43,337, which is considered settled by a parallel criminal case's forfeiture order.
February 15, 2024 | 4:26 pm
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Cannabiz Mobile's years-long legal battle concludes with a final judgment against former consultant Anthony Jay Pignatello for securities fraud, including a pump-and-dump scheme.
The conclusion of this legal saga removes a cloud of uncertainty over Cannabiz Mobile, potentially stabilizing its stock. However, the historical nature of the case and the settlement of financial penalties may limit immediate stock price impact. The prohibition of Pignatello from holding certain positions and the settlement of his financial obligations could be seen as a positive step towards corporate governance, but the long-term effects on investor confidence and stock performance remain to be seen.
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