Hereford Litigation Funds New UK Class Action Against Google
There has been understandable concern, in the weeks since the Supreme Court’s judgement in PACCAR, that the appetite among funders to support large group actions in the UK might be…
There has been understandable concern, in the weeks since the Supreme Court’s judgement in PACCAR, that the appetite among funders to support large group actions in the UK might be…
Providing financing for class actions remains one of the best possible engagements for litigation funders, as it represents not only the potential for lucrative returns, but also epitomizes the mission…
Moving beyond single-case funding and actively supporting law firms through direct funding is certainly a tempting prospect for many funders, creating new avenues for lucrative returns on their investments. However,…
The vast power and resources of the pharmaceutical industry means that where patients and consumers suffer harm from faulty products or treatments, it can often be incredibly difficult for these…
Litigation Capital Management Limited (AIM:LIT), a leading international alternative asset manager of disputes financing solutions, announces the outcome of the settlement reached in an Australian class action funded by it.
Whilst litigation funders and their supporters regularly promote the benefits that the practice can bring to the legal system, it is immediately clear that not all parties within the courts…
One of the most prominent examples of environmental pollution affecting individuals and communities in recent years has been the spread of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), otherwise known as ‘forever…
There has been much written about the utility and benefits of litigation funding for liquidators and creditors pursuing legal redress against failed companies. A recent judgement from New Zealand’s highest…
The power of litigation funding to drive successful outcomes for shareholder-led class action claims has once again been demonstrated, as a Woodsford-funded action has achieved a settlement with one of…
Among those sectors impacted by Covid-era policies and restrictions, the education sector experienced an immediate and tangible change, with universities pivoting to remote teaching services. As LFJ has previously reported,…
The disputes over disclosure in patent litigation funding continue to roll on, with certain judges taking steps to proactively requiring disclosure, and individual state legislatures enacting legislation that mandates a…
The nature of the litigation finance industry means that it is often difficult for outsiders to gain insight into the particulars of individual funding arrangements, or the intricacies of any…
Despite the recent Supreme Court decision, class action cases still represent a prime opportunity for litigation funders in the UK, with another lawsuit having recently been filed that seeks accountability…
Ward and Smith is pleased to announce that litigation attorney Lynwood Evans has been appointed to the Plaintiffs’ Executive Committee in the litigation over contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. This appointment is particularly significant as we are quickly approaching the first anniversary of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act.
Investor-led class action cases are often viewed as lucrative targets for litigation funders, bolstered by the fact that they offer an opportunity to support investors in seeking legal redress against…
Cases with a prolonged duration and timelines that span nearly a decade are not uncommon for those in the business of litigation finance. However, even in cases where claimants receive a favourable judgement, there is always the issue of determining the size of the award, which further prolongs these lawsuits.
Since the Supreme Court handed down its judgement on litigation funding agreements last week, there has been much discussion of the difficulties that funders may face to survive in an…
The topic of funding disclosure in patent litigation has continued to be one of the most pressing issues in the US market, driven by ongoing efforts in Delaware to put…
One of the most significant court rulings for litigation funders in the UK was handed down today, as the Supreme Court announced its decision in the case of R (on…
An area of litigation and arbitration that has become increasingly associated with funded claims is the world of international investment treaties, and claims brought by corporations against governments for being…
Over three years after the outbreak of Covid-19, claims are still being brought by individuals or groups who suffered losses due to actions taken by organizations during the pandemic. In…
The Camp Lejeune tainted water scandal has been previously discussed as one of the most promising opportunities for mass claims in the US, with new reporting suggesting that the scale…
Litigation Capital Management Limited (AIM:LIT), an alternative asset manager specialising in dispute financing solutions internationally, announces a positive development on an investment within its Fund I portfolio.
The combination of class actions and litigation funding has proven to be an incredibly powerful tool in holding large corporations to account, providing the needed capital to balance the scales…
Large scale class action claims remain a top priority for many leading funders, providing an opportunity to give significant volumes of consumers access to justice and seek compensation from large…
Litigation funding is useful for both claimants and law firms who wish to offset the financial cost and associated risks of pursuing meritorious lawsuits. However, it can also provide added…
Although last week seemed to put the dispute between Burford Capital and Sysco Corp to bed, with both firms agreeing to drop all claims, it seems there may yet be…
Whilst funders and claimants almost always have a harmonious and mutually beneficial relationship, there are rare occasions where that partnership breaks down and contentious disputes emerge during the course of…
Litigation Finance Journal recently reported that Coinbase became the first US-based cryptocurrency company to argue a case in front of the Supreme Court. The June decision has been announced, and…