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The cases are ongoing, with plaintiffs also filing claims against the trusts of companies bankrupted by the litigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

His mother's devotion to the Unification Church bankrupted the family, and Yamagami bore a grudge against Abe after realising the ex-leader's ties to the controversial church.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

Developing its first apparel almost bankrupted the company, but the bet paid off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025

He takes credit for devising the strategy behind Thiel’s litigation that ultimately bankrupted Gawker Media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 25, 2025

“You must have bankrupted your kingdom for such a reward, my friend.”

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan