Wallace was also charged under Section 15 of the Securities Act.He asserted an affirmative defense claiming he is not liable as he is not a "controlling person" under that statute.Is he correct?
A) No,as chairman of the board of directors,he is a "controlling person"
B) No,because members of a board of directors can only be considered "controlling persons" if they had responsibility for due diligence.
C) Yes,if he did not have ultimate responsibility to conduct due diligence.
D) Yes,because he is not an accountant or other financial expert.
E) Yes,even though he was chairman of the board,he did not control the content of the registration statements.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q78: Assuming that Norah discussed with Gloria confidential
Q79: Which of the following is true about
Q80: Are there any circumstances under which Abe
Q81: Wallace claims that he should not be
Q83: When can an accountant be held liable
Q84: Discuss the defenses available to an accountant
Q85: [BigCom Securities] A&Z and DCB,two large accounting
Q86: A[n] _ liability insurance policy can protect
Q86: Luca, a newly licensed certified public accountant,
Q88: An insurance policy that covers a person
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents