Category: <span>Competition & Antitrust</span>

Antitrust Allegations: X’s Legal Battle with the Global Alliance for Responsible Media

By Dr. Roman Garagulagian PhD, Economist August 6, 2024 X, formerly known as Twitter, has filed an antitrust lawsuit against the Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM) and…

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T-Mobile to Acquire U.S. Cellular in $4.4 Billion Deal – Scrutiny from Antitrust Regulators.

T-Mobile, one of the largest wireless providers in the United States, announced its acquisition of a significant portion of U.S. Cellular in a transaction valued at $4.4 billion.…

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Leveraging Economic Expertise in Antitrust Matters

Leveraging Economic Expertise in Antitrust Matters: A Case Study Approach Antitrust issues are complex and multifaceted, requiring a deep understanding of market dynamics and competitive behavior. Economists play…

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FTC Challenges Unprecedented Supermarket Merger: Safeguarding Competition and Protecting Consumers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken a decisive stand against the proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger Company and Albertsons Companies, Inc., marking a significant moment in…

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Analysis of the New U.S. Antitrust Guidelines (2023) – Implications and Insights for Mergers and Acquisitions

The 2023 Merger Guidelines, jointly released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on December 18, 2023, mark a significant update in the…

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Analyzing the U.S. v. Google Trial’s Impact on Tech Dominance

On the 12th of September, 2023, a landmark event of great significance unfolded in a Washington, D.C. federal district court. This event marked the commencement of what can…

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Monopolization and the Pivotal Role of Economists in Legal Proceedings

The concept of monopolization stands as a cornerstone in antitrust law, reflecting the delicate balance between market dominance and fair competition. In legal cases involving allegations of monopolization,…

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Leveraging Expert Economic Testimony to Navigate Market Allocation Challenges

In the intricate landscape of commerce, the strategic maneuver known as market allocation has garnered attention for its potential to evade direct competition. However, this practice raises ethical,…

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The Role of Expert Economic Testimony in Antitrust Litigation

Antitrust litigation stands at the crossroads of economic theory and legal scrutiny, probing questions that hinge on potential consequences, market behaviors, and the dynamics of competition. Central to…

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Analysis of the New U.S. Antitrust Draft Guidelines (2023) – Implications and Insights for Mergers and Acquisitions

Analysis of the New U.S. Antitrust Draft Guidelines (2023) – Implications and Insights for Mergers and Acquisitions On the 19th of July, in the year 2023, the United…

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Navigating Unfair Competition with Precision

A Pathway to Just Compensation Unfair competition, a complex legal arena interwoven with various causes of action, demands a profound understanding of intellectual property damage law. Within this…

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Economic Damages, Joint Ventures and Merger Transactions.

Here are some examples of economic damages that may arise in joint ventures and merger transactions: To calculate economic damages in joint ventures and merger transactions, an economic…

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Economic Damages, The Clayton Act.

Under the Clayton Act, there are two methods for calculating economic damages: In both cases, the plaintiff must prove the amount of damages suffered as a result of…

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Economic Damages, the Sherman Act.

There are several methods for calculating economic damages in antitrust cases, including the following: the four methods for calculating economic damages in antitrust cases: In summary, each of…

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How Does Monopoly Relate to Price Fixing?

A monopoly exists when one company or entity has control over the production and sale of a particular good or service, with no viable competitors in the market.…

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More Detailed Approach to Competition Analysis

        Mergers and Acquisitions Analysis Overview Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) refer to the consolidation of two or more companies to create a larger entity. M&A…

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What is a Price-Fixing Cartel? How to Detect One? How to Report a Price-Fixing Cartel?

How to Report a Price-Fixing Cartel?

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Google is accused by the U.S. of Abusing its Monopoly in Ad Technology

The Justice Department has filed an antitrust suit against Google over its dominance in online advertising, according to a copy of the complaint. The Justice Department and eight…

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Define Markets

In the field of commercial litigation, it is important to understand the market or markets in which the parties involved in the dispute operate. This can provide valuable…

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Identify relevant market or industry dynamics

In the field of commercial litigation, it is important to understand the relevant market or industry dynamics that may impact a case. These dynamics can include factors such…

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Antitrust & Competition

Antitrust is a term that refers to laws and regulations that are designed to promote competition and prevent monopolies and other anti-competitive practices in the marketplace. In the…

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Mergers and Acquisitions

In business, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are transactions in which the ownership of companies, other business organizations, or their operating units are transferred or consolidated. As an aspect…

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Competition Economics Consulting

In economics, competition refers to the process by which various sellers each attempt to provide better products, lower costs, and other advantages to selecting their products over a…

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Attorneys for Plaintiff District of Columbia filed a complaint against Amazon today.

How Can an economist assist in a price-fixing case? The expert can ask what the price of a product would have been had a certain event associated with the price-fixing agreement not occurred.

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