[6DM]

> "could argue that it has been harmed by the diversion of the funds to a different field. But that argument would likely take so long to sort out in court that all the money would have been spent by then."

So if I steal from someone and spend it fast enough, I wouldn't be responsible anymore and can get away with it? That's how that sounded to me.

[mrhottakes]

Yes, that is basically how the justice system works. If you have enough money and lawyers you can avoid practically any consequences.

[dmbche]

Something about it being the banks problem if I owe them a billion

[ben_w]

If I understand legal terminology correctly*, this is what a "preliminary injunction" is for.

* eh. I'm not a lawyer.

[lazide]

The principle of ‘Standing’, however, means that you also cannot sue unless you can show actual harm to yourself.

Yes, these contradict each other somewhat.