A Comparative Study of Funding Shareholder Litigation

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Funding challenges in shareholder litigation often deter potential litigants due to high financial risks and limited rewards. This book explores various funding mechanisms across countries like Australia, Canada, the UK, the US, and Israel, highlighting unique systems such as public funding in Canada and third-party funding in Australia. It emphasizes the need for effective funding to enhance corporate governance through shareholder actions. The final section focuses on the implications for funding shareholder litigation in China, considering its specific social and legal context.