Increased securities class action litigation in the first half of 2015

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July 10, 2015

active first half 2015

According to Keving LaCroix of The D&O Diary, the first half of 2015 has been a busy year for securities class action filings. With approximately 91 cases filed so far, we are on pace for the highest year since 2011. As we discussed in a recent post, non-U.S. companies and IPO companies have had an increased number of securities class actions filed against them. With 20 filings against non-U.S. companies in 11 different jurisdictions, it will be interesting to see how this prevails for the rest of 2015. The increase of suits against the life sciences sector seems to be continuing the trend set in 2014.

At the end of 2014, there was an increase in securities class actions filed against companies allegedly using stock promotion firms. In 2015, this trend is continuing with a couple suits filed against companies for this alleged wrongdoing. With roughly six cases filed last year  files against companies that allegedly use this service, it will be interesting to see how this trend continues in the future.

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This communication and the content found by following any link herein are being provided to you by Financial Recovery Technologies (FRT) for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. All material presented herein is believed to be reliable but FRT makes no representation or warranty with respect to this communication or such content and expressly disclaims any implied warranty under law. Opinions expressed in this communication may change without prior notice. Firms should always seek legal and financial advice specific to their unique situation and objectives.