Foss v Harbottle 🇬🇧 Company Law Foss v Harbottle 🇬🇧 Dr. Nancy M. Haener May 27, 2024 7 min read Share on X/Twitter Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Email Copy Link The rule in Foss v Harbottle (1843) established the principle that only a company can sue for wrongs done to it. This famous case defined the proper plaintiff rule, shaping modern company law and shareholder rights.
