NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of the securities of BHP Billiton Limited ("BHP" or "the Company") (NYSE: BHP). Such investors are advised to contact Peretz Bronstein or his Investor Relations Analyst, Yael Hurwitz at info@bgandg.com or 212-697-6484.
This investigation concerns whether BHP and certain of its officers and/or directors have violated the Federal Securities Laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act").
On November 27, 2015, the Brazilian government released a statement that it is suing BHP Billiton, its Brazilian partner, Vale SA, and their joint enterprise, Samarco Mineração SA following the disastrous dam failure earlier that month that killed at least 17 people. On February 23, 2016, post-market, Bloomberg Business reported that the Brazilian police have a court order to arrest six of the Samarco Mineração SA executives for alleged negligence relating to the dam failure. Following this news, on February 24, 2016, BHP stock has fallen as much as $2.21 per share, or 9.17%, to $21.88 during intraday trading.
If you are aware of any facts relating to this investigation, or purchased shares of BHP, you can assist this investigation by visiting the firm's website: http://www.bgandg.com/#!bhp/nehz8. You can also contact Peretz Bronstein or his Investor Relations Analyst, Yael Hurwitz of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 212-697-6484 or via email info@bgandg.com. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, email and telephone number.
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a corporate litigation boutique. Our primary expertise is the aggressive pursuit of litigation claims on behalf of our clients. In addition to representing institutions and other investor plaintiffs in class action security litigation, the firm's expertise includes general corporate and commercial litigation, as well as securities arbitration. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
Contact:
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC
Peretz Bronstein or Yael Hurwitz
212-697-6484 | info@bgandg.com
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