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Critics say the controversial legal manoeuvre allows companies to bypass their responsibilities. But judges are beginning to crack down
3M’s Chapter 11 strategy in the case of subsidiary Aearo runs into problems
Bankruptcy judge says jury trials can continue in one of the largest mass torts in US history
US courts have become prime venues for resolving ‘mass torts’
US conglomerate known for Post-it notes and face masks will also spin off healthcare unit
The scientist whose chance discovery of a reusable adhesive led to the development of the Post-it note
3M’s Mike Roman acted quickly when his company’s N95 face masks became the world’s most in-demand item
Industrial bellwethers wrestle with how to keep investors informed during virus uncertainty
‘Piracy’ in obtaining vital supplies may rebound on those responsible
Top official says countries are scrambling for essential supplies to fight coronavirus
US to import more than 160m N95 respirators from overseas over three months
German official denounces ‘modern piracy’ but company says it has ‘no evidence’ of seizure
Trump invokes wartime powers act again to deal with coronavirus equipment shortages
Further spinouts from US conglomerate would be more trouble than they would be worth
Shares slide after company discloses subpoena over discharge from Alabama plant
Ecommerce giant should reap long-term benefits from its warning against profiteering by mask sellers
Weakness in Asia-Pacific weighs on quarterly sales
Industrial group trims share repurchase programme as a result of transaction
Post-it maker’s shares fall 13% after reporting hit to China sales, dragging down Dow
More thinking time for staff often results in better ideas
Stocks gyrate as concerns grow about tariffs adding to inflationary pressures
The cost of capital is being re-priced higher
Company’s quarterly sales also miss Wall Street estimates
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