c) In 2019, Zain Oil company was being sued for damages the seaside because its chemical material dropped to the sea. The settlement of which could threaten the financial stability of the company. The company decided to choose non-disclosure with the hope that its lawyer may win the case at court. d) In 2018 AXA Company faced serious liqu

c) In 2019, Zain Oil company was being sued for damages the seaside because its chemical material dropped to the sea. The settlement of which could threaten the financial stability of the company. The company decided to choose non-disclosure with the hope that its lawyer may win the case at court. d) In 2018 AXA Company faced serious liqu

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