Understanding the rules attributed to the claims process is vital when protecting yourself and your assets. Here are five key things to consider:

1. Improper identification. General mistakes include incomplete personal contact details or incorrect references to the brokerage firm involved in the claim.
2. Missed deadlines. Make sure you submit your claim form, before the six-month deadline expires.
3. Incomplete form. Make sure you fill out the claim form in its entirety. Incomplete claim forms will delay the processing of your claim.
4. Missing attachments. You must attach copies of all key documentation that you deem relevant to your claim. Failure to attach the key documentation, which supports your claim, may result in delays or even, in some cases, denial of the claim.
5. Originals of attachments. You should never submit the original documents to the AIPC. If the originals were to get lost in the mail, it will be difficult or in some cases impossible to replace the document in a timely manner. It is vitally important to make copies of all your attachments and then submit the copies of the attachments by certified mail.