3VB Group Litigation Blog: Reflections on Wirral and a Top 6 of securities litigation cases
The landscape of securities litigation under FSMA s.90A/Sch.10A continues to evolve, with the recent Court of Appeal decision in Wirral Council v Indivior Plc marking a significant checkpoint. Delivered on 23 January 2025, the judgment firmly dismissed Wirral’s attempt to sidestep established case management principles by pursuing a liability-only trial via CPR 19.8.
In this blog post, Andrew Onslow KC reflects on the implications of Wirral within the broader trajectory of securities litigation and highlights six landmark cases that have shaped the field. From defining liability standards to procedural innovations, these cases collectively chart the course of an increasingly sophisticated and structured area of financial dispute resolution.
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The 3VB Group Litigation Conference 2025 will take place on Thursday 6th March. Members will give a series of presentations covering the complexities and evolving landscape of group litigation, from both claimant and defendant perspectives. For further information or to register for this event, please email events@3vb.com.
