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Simpson Thacher Authors Law360 Article on Managing U.K. Securities Litigation Risks
David Edwards, Partner and co-head of European Disputes, Partner Claudia Upton and Associate Harry Morris authored an article published by Law360 titled “How U.K. PLC Boards Can Stave Off Disclosure Claims Risks.” The article examined the rise in U.K. securities litigation under Sections 90 and 90A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 and the factors contributing to the trend, including the growth of litigation funding and expanding ESG and AI-related disclosures. It also discussed the steps U.K. PLC boards can take to manage potential exposure, including reviewing past and future disclosures, protecting privileged material and monitoring developments in pending securities litigation.
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