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Lyle Uyeda Fired by Planmember Securities for “Borrowing” Money
Are you a client of Lyle Uyeda, formerly at Planmember Securities? We are investigating claims involving Lyle Uyeda, who was a representative of Planmember Securities and worked in a Mililani, Hawaii office. Mr. Uyeda was discharged by Planmember Securities in May 2025.
Allegations Regarding Firing Lyle Uyeda
Disclosures about Uyeda’s termination are available on FINRA’s BrokerCheck. According to a BrokerCheck disclosure, Uyeda was “engaged in a series of personal loans totaling approximately $1.45 million from a client. The Firm was not consulted or notified prior to Mr. Uyeda entering into these arrangements. The Firm first became aware of these transactions when Mr. Uyeda informed his supervisor on April 12, 2025”.
Generally under FINRA rules, financial advisors cannot borrow money from clients, with limited exceptions. Moreover, advisors must get approval from their firm before entering into any loans that fall under those exceptions.
About Lyle Uyeda
Lyle Uyeda was licensed with Planmember Securities from 2011 to May 2025 at a Mililani, Hawaii office. Uyeda was also with Chinen and Arinaga Financial Group.
Is Planmember Securities Liable for Customer Losses?
According to FINRA Rule 3110, securities broker-dealers like Planmember Securities must sufficiently supervise the activity of its advisors. Planmember Securities could be liable if it failed to reasonably supervise him, considering factors such as the numerous customer complaints made against him.
We Help Investors in Hawaii
We represent investors throughout the United States as well as Hawaii, who have been victims of broker misconduct, unsuitable investment recommendations, and fraud. If you were a client of Lyle Uyeda and believe your financial advisor acted improperly, you may be entitled to recover losses through FINRA arbitration.