Category Archives: Premium
Is Climate Litigation a New Frontier for Litigation Funding?
As the science becomes more definitive, climate-related lawsuits are growing in number and size. Since 2018, legal actions relating to climate change have almost doubled—at over 1,700 cases globally. Thus far, nearly ¾ of the total lawsuits have been aimed at governments. This is sure to continue as closer attention is paid to the stated goals of the Paris Climate Accord.
UKs Largest Divorce Case Ends With $100 Million Award to Ex-Wife
Temur Akhmedov, the adult son of divorced Russian oligarchs Farkhad Akhmedov and Tatiana Akhmedova, has been ordered by a judge to pay his mother GBP 100 million. The judge, Gwynneth Knowles, reportedly called the younger Akhmedov “dishonest,” saying he would stop at nothing to assist his father.
RBG Holdings Adds Memery Crystal to its Menagerie
RBG Holdings is the parent company for a number of legal entities including legal firm Rosenblatt Limited, Convex Capital Limited, and LionFish Litigation Finance. Now, RBG has added boutique law firm, Memery Crystal, to its stable of businesses.
How Legal Funders Help Victims of Investor Fraud
In the United Kingdom, investor fraud is a growing problem. According to the UK’s own national reporting, Action Fraud received more than 17,000 reports of investment fraud—to the tune of over GBP 650 million. So what’s the good news? The Litigation Finance industry can be instrumental in helping defrauded people receive remuneration through collective actions.
Examining Litigation Funding Models
Managing Director of Bench Walk Advisors, Adrian Chopin, makes it his business to dissect and quantify different aspects of the litigation funding market. Recently, Chopin examined the impact of operating costs by comparing two hypothetical cost structures used by funders.
Insights from Emily Tillett: VP at Burford Capital
Emily Tillett is a Vice President at Burford Capital and leads investment activity and operations in Hong Kong. She recently sat down to answer questions about her career trajectory and the litigation funding industry.
No More Patent Reviews Means Spike in Lawsuits Against Banks
Until last September, the US Patent and Trademark Office ran a review program when financial services companies are accused of infringing patents. The program was developed to adjudicate IP violation cases in less time and with more cost-effective conditions. That program has since expired—exposing banks and other financial service providers to a greater danger of lawsuits.
IP Law Firm Faces Claim of ‘Secret Commissions’
A collective action has been filed against IP law firm Marks & Clerk. The suit alleges that the firm overcharged multiple small businesses—possibly thousands—by engaging in a scheme with CPA Global, an IP management firm.
Law Finance Raises $20 Million in Capital
Law Finance is currently raising capital for growth and debt restructuring. This includes a $3 million debt facility and a $17.2 million placement. Placement shares were sold at 1.3 cents each—a discount of almost 40%….
Funders Seize on Bankruptcies for Big Returns
Business bankruptcy filings were up 29% in 2020 from the previous year. These numbers dipped slightly in 2021 thanks to government stimulus measures like PPP. However, as financial help from the government winds down—financial experts anticipate bankruptcy filings to spike again.
