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Indian antitrust probe reveals Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart breached competition laws by favoring select sellers. Companies deny allegations as e-commerce market in India continues rapid growth.
Richard Zeitlin pleaded guilty to defrauding donors through fake charities and political action committees. He faces up to 13 years in prison and agreed to forfeit $8.9 million in ill-gotten gains.
Kevin Yingling, a 15-year Google veteran, moves to Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer as an antitrust partner. The shift occurs as Google faces significant antitrust scrutiny and legal battles.
Upcoming reports from Dave & Buster's and Kroger, along with the August inflation data, are set to provide insights into consumer spending and economic trends in the United States.
American Future Systems requests $5. 4 million in legal fees after winning a case against the FTC. The company claims the agency's lawsuit lacked evidence and posed a threat to its business.
A U. S. appeals court rejected CSX's lawsuit against Norfolk Southern over access to a major East Coast marine terminal, citing untimely filing under antitrust law. The decision upholds a previous ruling.
Virtual cryptocurrency companies face unique challenges in complying with diverse labor and securities regulations across jurisdictions. Experts advise on key issues including employee classification and token compensation.
Care. com, an in-home care services platform, settles FTC accusations of inflating job numbers and complicating membership cancellations. The $8.5 million settlement awaits federal court approval in Austin, Texas.
Kroger and Albertsons' proposed $24. 6 billion merger faces legal challenges from the FTC and several states. The outcome could significantly impact grocery prices, store availability, and working conditions for millions of Americans.
RF Buche's struggle to keep prices competitive at his Pine Ridge Reservation supermarket highlights the broader challenges faced by independent grocers in rural America, amidst market consolidation and rising food costs.
Democratic lawmakers increasingly accept donations from food companies they criticize for high prices. The trend raises questions about political integrity as food costs remain a top voter concern.
An appeals court in Washington, D. C. has reinstated a lawsuit against Amazon, claiming the company's pricing policies potentially harm competition. The case, initially dismissed, now moves forward with renewed scrutiny.
A federal judge in Texas has invalidated the FTC's ban on noncompete agreements, citing the agency's lack of authority. The ruling impacts an estimated 30 million US workers across various industries.
A federal judge in Texas has barred an FTC rule prohibiting non-compete agreements, citing the agency's lack of authority. The decision follows a challenge by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and tax firm Ryan.
Vice President Kamala Harris's proposal to ban price gouging in certain sectors has ignited controversy. While facing criticism, her allies argue the plan is a targeted expansion of existing state powers, not sweeping price controls.
A landmark court decision declares Google a search monopoly, sparking debates on tech regulation. The ruling could reshape the digital landscape and challenge other tech giants' market dominance.
Vice President Kamala Harris proposes new measures to address food prices, housing, taxes, and medical costs. The plan aims to empower the middle class through various initiatives and reforms.
Vice President Kamala Harris presents a comprehensive economic agenda, focusing on tax relief for families and measures to combat inflation. Her plan aims to distinguish her campaign from Republican rival Donald Trump.
Vice President Kamala Harris presents a comprehensive economic agenda, focusing on cost reduction for American families. The plan includes medical debt elimination, grocery price controls, and expanded tax credits.
U. S. Anesthesia Partners' appeal against an FTC antitrust lawsuit was rejected by a federal appeals court. The case, alleging patient overcharging through practice acquisitions in Texas, continues to move forward.
Vice President Kamala Harris plans to unveil a ban on food price gouging and measures to reduce prescription drug and housing costs, signaling a shift towards economic populism in her campaign.
A federal judge ruled Google violated antitrust law, marking a significant shift in tech regulation. The decision challenges the notion that existing laws can't address modern tech monopolies.
A recent ruling in Google's antitrust case could benefit Apple's legal strategy. The decision, emphasizing companies' limited duty to assist competitors, may strengthen Apple's position in its own monopoly lawsuit.
FTC's rule banning noncompete agreements faces legal challenges. Physician practices and investors must prepare for potential implementation, reevaluating contracts and considering alternative strategies.
A U. S. court has ruled Google a monopolist, drawing parallels to Microsoft's 2001 case. The verdict poses challenges for remedies and signals potential impacts on other tech antitrust efforts.
Meta Platforms reports strong Q2 2024 results, but faces slowing user growth and regulatory scrutiny. Recent fines and concerns about illegal drug ads raise questions about the company's future stability.
FTC launches study on targeted pricing products, ordering eight companies to provide information. Concerns raised about "surveillance pricing" and potential exploitation of consumer data.