All is not lost. If you read this article from 2006, it seems there is not the SEC's intention to ruin the investors or the company for the actions of individuals. If the stockholders are to pay for the mistake, the SEC works to minimize the damage. Individuals who are responsible are sought out and made to pay, if possible ...or so it seems. http://www.sec.gov/news/press/2006-4.htm
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