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Welcome to our global competition blog, where you will find insights, commentary and news from our dedicated competition lawyers around the globe. Our clients want a law firm they can trust, one that stands out for a commitment to investing in them and empowering our teams. We want to stand out for our distinctive Linklaters mind-set so our clients want to work with us above all others.
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
1w ago
The EC’s recent decision to issue a 15.9m euro fine for deleting WhatsApp messages comes as part of a global focus on digital devices and data in dawn raids. What does this mean for cooperation obligations - and what can businesses do to stay on the right side of the law ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
1w ago
In two landmark decisions, the CJEU clarified the limits of the “single economic unit” doctrine in cartel damages proceedings. By limiting legal exposure of defendants across multiple EU member states, the judgments balance the need for efficient and speedy legal proceedings with the need for effective protection of the defendants’ procedural rights ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
1M ago
Enforcement against parallel trade restrictions is back in the spotlight in the EU. This renewed interest follows a number of recent developments. We have updated our 2020 survey of the key EU cases so you have the most updated position on the types of cross-border restrictions that have attracted the EC’s attention ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
1M ago
The European Commission has added another case to its palmarès on parallel trade restrictions when it fined global snacks company Mondelēz EUR 337.5 million. There is increased attention regarding cross-border trade barriers, not only at the antitrust enforcement level but also at the political level. Given these developments, we have also updated our 2020 survey of the key EU cases. ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
2M ago
Two years since the Government first announced the reforms, and over a year since its introduction in Parliament, yesterday parliament passed the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer (DMCC) Bill. The DMCC will implement wide-ranging reforms to competition and consumer protection laws when it comes into force in (expected in) Autumn 2024 ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
2M ago
In a novel application of the FTC’s rulemaking authority, the agency has issued a sweeping ban of non-competes across the United States. We provide the key details for employers and international businesses to prepare for this overhaul of the US labor environment ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
2M ago
In April 2024 Ofgem published its statement of methods and the CMA issued guidance on the procedure and assessment in energy networks mergers. These incorporate changes pursuant to the consultation, reflecting responses from Linklaters and energy network enterprises. We explore the backdrop to the new regime and implications for companies, investors and stakeholders. ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
2M ago
The UK's High Court has ruled that the CMA can obtain home raid warrants without a higher standard of evidence. But what does this mean for employees, as remote working continues to blur personal and professional boundaries? And how are other authorities approaching raids at home? Read on to find out ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
4M ago
What space is there in healthcare for private equity? Rhetoric from US regulators may suggest there is none. But we think enforcers have a narrower focus than their public pronouncements indicate. Here are some key considerations to make sure your deal can pull through ..read more
Linklaters Blog | Linking Competition
4M ago
A month has passed since the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) delivered three significant judgments in the European Super League (ESL), International Skating Union (ISU) and Royal Antwerp cases, though it will be many more before the full scale and scope of their impact is fully realised ..read more