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Legal Deadline Approaches for ESSA Pharma Investors

Investors in ESSA Pharma Inc. (NASDAQ: EPIX) have been urged to take legal action ahead of an important deadline in a securities class action lawsuit. The Rosen Law Firm, a well-known global investor rights law firm, has reminded investors who purchased ESSA Pharma securities between December 12, 2023, and October 31, 2024 (the “Class Period”), to file for lead plaintiff status before March 25, 2025.

The lawsuit alleges that the company misled investors regarding the effectiveness of its prostate cancer treatment, masofaniten, in combination with enzalutamide. This misleading information reportedly resulted in financial losses for shareholders once the true details were made public. Investors who acquired ESSA Pharma securities during this period may be entitled to compensation without incurring any out-of-pocket legal fees, as the case operates under a contingency fee arrangement.

Steps for Investors and Importance of Legal Representation

The lawsuit, which has already been filed, is open to investors who wish to participate. Those interested in joining the class action or seeking more information can visit the Rosen Law Firm’s website or contact attorney Phillip Kim directly. Investors who wish to serve as the lead plaintiff must formally file with the court before the March 25 deadline. A lead plaintiff acts on behalf of all class members and plays a critical role in directing the litigation.

The Rosen Law Firm emphasizes the importance of choosing experienced legal representation. It warns investors against firms that act as intermediaries rather than directly handling securities class actions. The firm has a strong track record of representing investors in high-profile cases and securing significant settlements, including the largest-ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese company. The firm has been consistently ranked among the top securities litigation firms and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors worldwide.

Allegations Against ESSA Pharma and Investor Implications

The lawsuit claims that ESSA Pharma misrepresented the effectiveness of masofaniten when combined with enzalutamide for prostate cancer treatment. Specifically, it alleges that:

The combination of masofaniten and enzalutamide provided no significant benefit over enzalutamide alone.

The treatment was less effective than investors were led to believe.

The M-E Combination Study was unlikely to meet its Phase 2 primary endpoint.

ESSA Pharma overstated the clinical, regulatory, and commercial potential of masofaniten.

As a result, the company’s public statements were materially false and misleading.

When these details came to light, investors reportedly suffered financial losses. However, no class has been certified yet, meaning that investors are not automatically represented unless they retain legal counsel. Investors can choose their own legal representation or opt to remain absent class members. Serving as a lead plaintiff is not required to receive potential compensation from future settlements.

With the legal deadline fast approaching, affected investors are encouraged to take action to protect their rights and seek possible compensation for their losses.