Antitrust Lawyers

Antitrust laws were designed to promote and protect competition in the marketplace by prohibiting unlawful monopolies and unfair price-fixing between competitors, among other things. Consumers benefit from an open and competitive marketplace through lower prices and greater choice. Virtually all businesses must comply with antitrust laws both on the federal and state levels. These laws don’t just apply to giants like Microsoft, big heath care companies, or in the event of huge corporate mergers. Small businesses can unwittingly fail to comply with the regulations as well. Violations of the antitrust laws could result in serious criminal and civil penalties. An attorney can help advise businesses on compliance programs to prevent violations of the law as well as to assist with investigations and litigation.