As consumers continue to seek essential goods to address the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. law enforcement agencies have made clear that they will be focused on identifying and challenging instances of price gouging. Indeed, last...more
The U.S. Antitrust Agencies have issued a joint statement reminding companies that the current pandemic does not excuse collusive conduct and that the Agencies are on alert searching for potential violations....more
4/15/2020
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Agreements amongst property owners or real estate companies that coordinate certain conduct can violate the antitrust laws, even during the pandemic....more