This booklet has been written specifically for business individuals and whilst it may be of interest to their local advisers, such as lawyers or accountants, the information is intended for a wider audience. We cover topics...more
Published in the Italian Official Gazette no. 188 of 12 August 2022 (enters into force on 27 August 2022) Strengthening of the powers of the Italian Competition Authority (Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato)...more
Italy has just enacted the Legislative Decree implementing the ECN Plus Directive so providing the Italian Competition Authority (ICA) with increased enforcement powers. The following sections provide a first overview of the...more
The Draft Law provides for radical changes for antitrust and merger control enforcement powers in Italy and pro-competitive developments for the Italian economy.
Following the Italian Competition Authority (“ICA”)’s...more
Governments all over the world are continuing to take steps to strengthen their powers to intervene in foreign direct investments ("FDI") into their countries. These changes come at a time of increased scrutiny of foreign...more
The first State aid measures authorized by the European Commission (Commission) following the COVID-19 outbreak were aimed at helping companies to cover their immediate liquidity needs, mainly through bank loans guaranteed by...more
In the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, many companies will be facing significant financial difficulties for which the only viable solution to remain a going concern will be acquisition by another company. It is safe to predict...more
The European Commission has published a Temporary Framework Communication to provide guidance to companies that are cooperating to ensure the supply and distribution of essential products – including medicines and medical...more
The current COVID-19 pandemic is posing unprecedented challenges on our public health systems and communities. It is also heavily impacting economic activity, including for companies in the midst of M&A or joint venture...more
A worldwide race. Researchers and technologists in these days are scrambling to build apps that alert users when they have come into contact with people infected by coronavirus, as governments weigh up how to safely...more
The life sciences industry is facing unprecedented demands due to COVID-19. From front line carers to researchers and scientists, significant efforts are being put towards caring for those suffering from COVID-19 and...more
Recent developments in Italy in response to the COVID-19 public health crisis: The Cura Italia Decree provides for public funds to support increased production of medical devices and personal protective equipment (PPE) and...more
Dutch competition authority imposes fine on company for deleted chat messages during a dawn raid -
The Dutch competition authority (“ACM“) recently confirmed that the obligation to cooperate fully with an inspection/during...more
3/23/2020
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BSA/AML ,
Competition ,
Competition Authorities ,
Department of Justice (DOJ) ,
Enforcement Actions ,
EU ,
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ,
Hart-Scott-Rodino Act ,
Monopolization ,
Threshold Requirements
Competition law will not be at the top of companies' agendas today. COVID-19 presents companies with many challenges. Companies will be looking for whatever solutions they can find to deal with this crisis. ...more
The COVID-19 pandemic has hit the European economy with brute force. Many businesses are facing drastic declines in revenues and are in urgent need of liquidity. Some have imposed temporary lay-offs or even face insolvency. ...more
3/23/2020
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EU ,
European Commission ,
France ,
Germany ,
Insolvency ,
Italy ,
Layoffs ,
Liquidity ,
Spain ,
State Aid ,
UK
On 30 January 2020, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued its decision on a request for preliminary ruling submitted by the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) in a case concerning the long-standing...more
2/5/2020
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Advocate General ,
Anti-Competitive ,
Anticompetitive Behavior ,
Competition ,
Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ,
Drug Distribution ,
EU ,
Generic Drugs ,
GlaxoSmithKline ,
Life Sciences ,
Manufacturer Liability ,
Patent Validity ,
Patents ,
Pay-For-Delay ,
Pharmaceutical Industry ,
Pharmaceutical Patents ,
Prescription Drugs ,
Research and Development ,
Settlement Agreements ,
UK ,
UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) ,
UK Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT)
Read the latest news on antitrust, competition, and economic regulation in this summer edition of our quarterly ACER newsletter.
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9/19/2018
/ Algorithms ,
Anti-Competitive ,
Anti-Steering Rules ,
Antitrust Provisions ,
Antitrust Violations ,
AT&T ,
China ,
Competition ,
Competition Act ,
EU ,
Excessive Pricing ,
False Advertising ,
Foreign Investment ,
Internet Retailers ,
Legislative Agendas ,
Merger Controls ,
Monopolization ,
National Health Service Corp (NHSC) ,
Ohio v American Express ,
Pfizer ,
Pharmaceutical Industry ,
Prescription Drugs ,
Regulatory Oversight ,
Regulatory Standards ,
SCOTUS ,
Single Entity Rule ,
Telecommunications ,
Time Warner ,
UK ,
UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) ,
UK Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) ,
Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices
Read the latest news on antitrust, competition and economic regulation (ACER) in this Winter's edition of our quarterly ACER newsletter.
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The Court of Justice of the European Union recently issued a landmark judgment that will affect distribution and online sales in particular in the consumer goods and digital sectors....more
12/11/2017
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Competition ,
Contract Terms ,
Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ,
EU ,
Internet ,
Online Platforms ,
Retail Market ,
Retailers ,
Sales & Distribution Agreements ,
Third-Party ,
Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU)