The SEC has issued and investor bulletin about how to read an 8-k report. An 8-k is often used by public corporations to disclose material information about current issues. The bulletin itself provides a general list of items that need to be disclosed to the investing public when they occur. As an investor it is important to understand how this information is put out to the public by corporations in which an investor may be either invested or considering an investment. By understanding how this information is published and where to look for information, investing becomes more than throwing darts at a board.
If you have experienced losses by being misled about an investment, the securities arbitration attorneys at Penzien & McBride can evaluate your situation to determine if you have a lawsuit against your stock broker or investment adviser.