What is 'lawful act economic duress' and when can it be invoked?

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10/11/2021

In its recent decision in the case of Times Travel (UK) Ltd v Pakistan International Airlines Corporation, the UK’s Supreme Court confirmed that the doctrine of “lawful act” economic duress exists.

MFB's Oliver McGaw and Kevin Cooper discuss the circumstances when it would be available as a defence. Click here

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