Gangster Squad

Los Angeles, 1949. Ruthless, Brooklyn-born mob king Mickey Cohen (Sean Penn) runs the show in this town, reaping the ill-gotten gains from the drugs, the guns, the prostitutes and--if he has his way--every wire bet placed west of Chicago. And he does it all with the protection of not only his own paid goons, but also the police and the politicians who are under his control.

It's enough to intimidate even the bravest, street-hardened cop...except, perhaps, for the small, secret crew of LAPD outsiders led by Sgt. John O'Mara (Josh Brolin) and Jerry Wooters (Ryan Gosling), who come together to try to tear Cohen's world apart. "The Gangster Squad" is a colorful retelling of events surrounding the LAPD's efforts to take back their nascent city from one of the most dangerous mafia bosses of all time.

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Jack the Ripper - Extended Edition

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How to Avoid Investment Fraud

- Don’t believe claims that there is no risk—there is always risk in any investment.

- Be careful of any investment opportunity that makes exaggerated earnings claims.

- Get all details about an investment opportunity in writing.

- Steer clear of “offshore” investments. These are often promoted as a way to avoid taxes, but you may still be liable for taxes, plus the investments can be very risky.

- Consult an unbiased third party, like an unconnected broker or licensed financial advisor, before investing.

- Take the time to check out investment offers by contacting your state’s securities regulator.

- Never put all of your “eggs” (investments) in one basket.

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