Litigation Exposure

Definition ∞ Litigation exposure refers to the potential for an individual or entity to face legal action or lawsuits. This risk arises from various activities, including contractual disputes, regulatory non-compliance, or alleged harm caused by operations. Managing litigation exposure involves proactive legal and operational risk mitigation.
Context ∞ Within the digital asset sector, litigation exposure is a substantial concern for exchanges, decentralized finance protocols, and token issuers. Regulatory enforcement actions, class-action lawsuits related to token sales, and disputes over smart contract failures contribute to this risk. The evolving legal landscape and lack of clear regulatory guidelines often amplify the potential for costly and protracted legal proceedings.