Survey: ESG-related litigation cases on the rise, lawyers warn

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Survey finds 25 per cent of litigation lawyers expect to see a rise in exposure to ESG-related legal risks in 2025

Legal disputes and litigation relating to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are on the rise as corporate ESG initiatives continue to face growing scrutiny from consumers, investors, and...

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