Last Updated: June 2026 (Houston, Texas)
Matt West Investigation Summary
Here’s what you need to know about Houston, Texas, stockbroker Matt West:
- Name: Mr. Matthew Brooke West
- Current Employer: USCA Securities/ U S Capital Wealth Advisors (RIA)
- Previous Firms: UBS Financial Services, Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith
- Function: Stock Broker/ Financial Advisor/ Registered Investment Advisor
- Aliases: Matt West
- Primary Location: Houston, TX
- CRD 2554449
- Can Matt West be sued in FINRA arbitration: Yes
- Sanctioned by FINRA: No
- Highest Award or Settlement: $2,894,668
Discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did You Lose Money With Matt West As Your Stockbroker? FINRA Awards $2.8 Million in Damages on Eros International Stock
In 10/2023 a customer of USCA Securities complained that Matt West mismanaged their account including the recommendation to invest millionos of dollars in a fraudulent Indian media and entertainment company, Eros International (EROS). Claimant also alleged that USCA/ West sold hundreds of thousands of dollars of Claimant’s stocks without approval. In June 2025 a FINRA arbitration panel awarded the Claimant $2,894,668 in tatal damages, which included out of pocket damages, 7.5% interest under the Texas Finance Code , attorney fees, and costs and expenses.
Allegations of Wrongdoing by Customer of Matt West
- Losses in equity
- Unsuitable recommendations
- Unauthorized Trading
Other Cases Involving Unauthorized Trading
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is the agency that licenses and regulates stockbrokers and brokerage firms. FINRA requires brokers and brokerage firms to report customer complaints and disputes as well as regulatory sanctions. In addition brokers are required to disclose certain financial matters such as personal bankruptcies, judgments and liens.
Recover Your Investment Losses Now With Rex Securities Law
If you have suffered investment losses in an account handled by Matt West, contact us for a complimentary consultation with an experienced securities lawyer to learn how you may be able to recover damages through FINRA arbitration.
Firms We Have Pursued For Our Clients
With offices in Boca Raton, FL and Austin, TX, stockbroker fraud attorney Bob Rex provides representation to investors nationwide who are seeking recovery of investment losses due to the negligence or fraud of stockbrokers, financial advisors and broker dealers.
If you have questions about how your account has been handled, call (877) 224-3199 to speak with an experienced securities attorney at no cost to you.
Most cases are handled on a contingent fee basis meaning that you do not pay legal fees unless we are successful.