Recent Legal Trends Affecting Director and Officer Liability 

For 2025, directors’ and officers’ liability and insurance should continue to evolve, shaped by recent legal trends and high-profile legal cases. The actions, or inactions, of directors and officers play a crucial role in steering the strategic direction of both private and public companies. Such decisions have significant implications not only for their organizations but also for shareholders, employees, consumers, and the broader economy. As such, directors and officers are subjected to increasing scrutiny and legal challenges, particularly as the regulatory climate grows more complex and the prevalence of shareholder activism intensifies. Notable trends are: