Human Rights Litigation against Multinationals in Practice

This book provides a comprehensive review of multinational human rights litigation in various countries, focusing on cases on behalf of victims in the Global South. It is edited by Richard Meeran, a pioneer in this field, and includes contributions from experienced legal practitioners. The chapters address potential legal remedies, obstacles to justice, and strategic issues in this developing area of corporate legal accountability.

Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 14 October 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press

This comprehensive book delves into the realm of multinational human rights litigation, focusing primarily on cases pursued on behalf of victims in the Global South. It encompasses a wide range of issues, including environmental damage, occupational disease, human rights abuses linked to state security, and cases related to supply chains. The volume is edited by Richard Meeran, a renowned legal expert who pioneered the first series of tort-based multinational parent company cases in the 1990s. His firm, Leigh Day, has been a leading player in this field for nearly three decades. Contributions come from highly experienced legal practitioners in the countries involved, who have played a pivotal role in running groundbreaking cases and understanding the complexities and challenges that arise in practice. They offer their perspectives and insights into the relevant laws, procedures, and practical considerations within their respective legal systems.

Chapters in the book explore various aspects of multinational human rights litigation. They examine the potential legal remedies available to victims, the legal, procedural, and practical obstacles that hinder access to justice, including funding challenges. Additionally, the book addresses strategic issues related to this evolving area of corporate legal accountability, which has become an integral part of the broader field of business and human rights.

This collection serves as an essential guide to the field of multinational human rights litigation. It provides a comprehensive overview of the legal frameworks, case studies, and practical considerations involved in pursuing cases on behalf of victims in the Global South. It is a valuable resource for legal professionals, activists, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the role of corporations in addressing human rights abuses and promoting justice worldwide.

Weight: 734g
Dimension: 165 x 242 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198866220