Kenneth Corbin

The chairman dismisses criticism as misguided, but leading investor advocates say he is misstating their views and glossing over real regulatory problems.

The chairman says the commission is working closely with FINRA on inspection plans to hold brokers to account.

Dennis Gibb used client funds to pay for his own business and personal expenses, such as mortgage and car payments.

Recent lawsuits highlight the unpredictable nature of litigation in a post-Broker Protocol world.

The new rule package will require firms to take a hard look at their compliance programs.

When the board's new Code and Standards take effect in October, fee-only advisors will be expected to step up their compliance operations.

Under a FINRA proposal, firms with histories of misconduct would be required to set aside funds for anticipated arbitration awards.

The proposed rule will need substantial revisions before it wins the support of the commission's sole Democrat.