Bankruptcy lenders are discussing a strategy to bankroll lawsuits aimed at recovering at least some of their losses.

Efforts in Congress to regulate or tax litigation funders have stalled amid opposition from an unlikely alliance of MAGA figures such as Laura Loomer, progressive Democrats and trial lawyers.

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 16: The Senate and the Dome of the U.S. Capitol Building is seen on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Kent Nishimura / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) Critics ...

According to public records, one of the lead law firms in the litigation, Social Media Victims Law Center, has a funding arrangement with Flashlight Capital going back to June 2024.

Litigation finance is a growing industry. Increasing awareness of the ability to finance lawsuits is changing claimants’ analysis of when to bring claims and how to fund their businesses while they do ...

Litigation funders faced off a skeptical member of the defense bar amid growing calls for state and federal legislation that would mandate transparency in litigation finance agreements, during a panel ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert W. Wood is a tax lawyer focusing on taxes and litigation. An image focused on the legal side of monetary gains using a ...

Litigation financing is having a moment. Increasing in popularity, litigation financing (also known as champerty) allows third parties to provide funding to the plaintiffs in exchange for a portion of ...

The Company has signed a litigation funding agreement (“LFA”) with a leading legal finance provider. The facility is available for immediate draw down for Almaden to pursue damages against Mexico ...

An expert Q&A on bankruptcy litigation financing, including available funding options, its value in bankruptcy cases, and best practices for parties seeking litigation financing. Emily is responsible ...

The author writes "Since its founding in October 2009, Burford has witnessed—and contributed to—significant changes in the business of law. Once niche, legal finance is now a critical tool for ...

Litigation funding is often misunderstood, sparking debates that overlook it’s vital role in promoting access to justice. The recently published article, Litigation financing and the threat it poses ...