Overview
Government and private plaintiffs have been challenging platforms that allegedly facilitate improper information sharing and coordination about competitors as well as alleged monopolisation by major technology firms. Government antitrust enforcers also continue to challenge proposed mergers aggressively under section 7 of the Clayton Act, with mixed results.
In this article, Nicole Castle, Elai Katz and Zachary Sproull summarize these recent trends and developments in US antitrust litigation concerning vertical and horizontal agreements, unilateral conduct and proposed mergers, as well as notable cases shaping the antitrust landscape. They also provide key takeaways for corporate counsel to keep in mind when considering potential antitrust issues in the United States.
