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Overhaul of Canada's Competition Regime a 'Revolution,' Not a Mere Tuneup

An overhaul of Canada's competition laws has created uncertainty and unpredictability, and lawyers say it could chill business growth and investment.
4 minute read

International Edition

UK Supreme Court Ruling Paves the Way for Mass Litigation Over Sewage Dumping

The United Utilities Water ruling could open the floodgates to similar suits.
3 minute read

International Edition

Climate Litigation Marked by Global Expansion and Strategic Filings

A new category of "transition risk" has emerged involving cases filed against corporate directors over management of climate risks.
4 minute read

International Edition

Protestors Target Linklaters London Office Over Fossil Fuel Work

Research earlier this month found that between 2019-2023, the top 100 law firms in the world facilitated $2.89 trillion in fossil fuel transactions.
3 minute read

International Edition

In First Rulings, New French Climate-Focused Appeals Chamber Says Big Energy Companies Must Face NGO Complaints

TotalEnergies and EDF must face NGO lawsuits filed under the country's 2017 law on corporate due diligence obligations, the Paris Appeals Court found in procedural rulings.
5 minute read

International Edition

European Commission's Green Goals Hit Roadblock After Election Swing to the Right

The EU Commission's green legislative agenda has stalled after right-wing parties made significant gains in the European Parliament elections.
5 minute read

International Edition

Rule of Law in Focus Ahead of Mexico Elections

The stakes are high as Mexicans head to the polls Sunday to elect their next president and to replenish both houses of Congress. Lawyers are worried that the result could discourage investment and threaten the judiciary.
3 minute read

International Edition

Island States Celebrate Historic Climate Change Ruling 

The opinion is not legally binding but it is seen as a groundbreaking precedent that could influence two additional climate change cases before the International Court of Justice and the Inter-American Court on Human Rights.
4 minute read

International Edition

Intimidation and Greed: Experts Speak Out on Big Law's Role in Perpetuating Child Labour

Those involved in high-profile cases believe that, despite waving the ESG flag, the world's top law firms play a critical role in exacerbating one of global society's greatest ills.
11 minute read

International Edition

UK and US Lawsuits Seek Accountability for Environmental and Financial Justice in the Middle East

The U.K. suit, filed by Hausfeld against oil giant BP, alleges health damages caused by flaring practices, while in the U.S., a class action suit filed against Lebanese financial institutions on behalf of depositors alleges financial misconduct and violations of federal racketeering laws.
3 minute read

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