Investors File $150 Million Federal Lawsuit in Florida Accusing Private Equity Fund Managers of Fraud, Asset Diversion and Complex Investment Scheme - USA Herald

A group of investors has filed a class-action lawsuit in Florida federal court against several private equity fund managers, alleging a scheme to divert over $150 million from investment funds. The complaint accuses attorney David Feingold and associates of using their control over the L3 Capital Income Fund, the L3 Capital Hotel Fund, and the L3 Special Opportunity Fund to transfer investor money into affiliated businesses and personal projects between 2019 and 2021.

Plaintiffs claim that promised double-digit returns were never met, and that distributions were funded by investor principal rather than investment gains. The funds’ structure was intentionally complex, making it difficult to track the flow of money, with transfers between related companies and internal loans allegedly benefiting insiders. The L3 Capital Hotel Fund reportedly lost most of its value, and the L3 Special Opportunity Fund failed to generate returns for investors.

The lawsuit coincides with a civil enforcement action by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission against Feingold and related entities. Defense counsel disputes the allegations, claiming they lack merit. The proposed class action seeks damages, restitution, and could potentially affect dozens of investors.

(Source：USA Herald)