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Recent regulatory developments by the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) have altered the legal status of homebuyers, to now be counted as ‘financial creditors’. As a result, those…

The ongoing fallout from the pandemic has seen a rise in insolvencies, and with that rise, there have been numerous examples of companies unlawfully restructuring in order to avoid compensating…

When considering the pros and cons of engaging in litigation, the issue of costs cannot be considered without also factoring in how long the process could take. As a result…

The rise in the volume of class actions in Europe has shown no sign of slowing down in recent years, with more and more cases demonstrating the possibility of success,…

One of the largest areas of growth for litigation funding commitments is in the world of patent litigation, with patent infringement cases representing a lucrative world of disputes between patent…

As the litigation finance industry continues to mature, established leaders within the industry are now able to trace recent developments to the history of this niche area of financing. One…

A common refrain from leaders and commentators in the litigation funding industry is that one of the biggest developments that has fuelled growth has been the uptake of third-party funding…

As Litigation Finance Journal heard at IMN’s conference this week, group litigation continues to be a growing market and one of particular interest to litigation funders in the UK and…

On October 18th, 2022, IMN will host the International Litigation Finance Forum in London. The London edition of this one day summit will draw a diverse crowd of investors, litigation…

The boom in both interest and investment in cryptocurrency over the last few years has been synonymous with extraordinary stories of massive returns on investment, as well as an equal…

There has been a noticeable uptick in the volume of class action suits brought in the UK, spurred by commercial litigation teams eager to take on these cases and supported…

For litigants concerned about financial exposure if their claim is unsuccessful, After the Event insurance represents an invaluable tool. Therefore, while litigation funding is experiencing a period of increased growth…

Whilst a common talking point around the litigation finance industry in recent years has been its continued growth and the rise in demand for third-party funding, this shouldn’t be confused…

As regulatory structures continue to evolve in jurisdictions around the world, global litigation funders are keeping a careful eye on new markets that could represent fruitful opportunities. One such market…

While litigation funding is still most active in the well-established markets of North America, Europe and Australia; pockets of demand are starting to gain traction in other territories. One market…

Whilst litigation funding has been slow to find a stable footing in Africa, there are signs that it is becoming a more active market for funders to explore. This is…

The global construction sector has been deeply affected by supply chain and workforce disruptions caused in recent years by the COVID-19 pandemic, and now economic uncertainty around the world. As…

This year has seen the global economic market continue to struggle on shaky grounds; weighed down by the pressure of inflation, conflict in Europe and associated weaknesses in supply chains….

The issue of financial risk and cost overruns during litigation is not just one that affects entities pursuing legal action, it also has serious implications for law firms whose business…

Litigation funding is primarily considered as an advantage in commercial litigation for its ability to remove the financial risk for companies that would otherwise have to fund their own claims….

With the economic climate uncertain and rising inflation taking a toll on markets around the world, industry insiders are keeping a careful eye on a related spike for insolvencies. As…

While commercial litigation funding has been present in Australia since the 1990s, there are signs of continued industry growth within the country.  Read More…

While class actions have historically been much more prominent within the US legal system, which has been more open to aggressive litigious actions, the UK and Europe seem to be…

As the practice of litigation funding continues to expand globally, it is important for companies to be aware of the nuances of the regulatory structures governing funding arrangements in each…