Antitrust by association(s)

Nevertheless, their activities have sometimes involved them in practices which have been condemned by the courts as violations of the antitrust laws.

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https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/competition-matters/2014/05/antitrust-associationshttps://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/competition-matters/2014/05/antitrust-associations
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Saturday, January 21, 2023
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  • Nevertheless, their activities have sometimes involved them in practices which have been condemned by the courts as violations of the antitrust laws.
  • Today’s trade associations typically serve many legitimate purposes, and from an antitrust perspective, most trade association activities are procompetitive or benign.
  • Trade association conduct or rules that restrict competition in a way that harms consumers will continue to invite antitrust scrutiny.
  • As the FTC celebrates its centennial year, it’s worth recalling old-time antitrust principles that still guide modern-day trade group collaboration.
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