Problems & Developments in the Laws of Monopolization

This 10-page research report written for attorneys and business executives examines the sometimes daunting world of antitrust/monopolization law and the key pieces of law that definite it today. $From a definition of Section 2 of the Sherman Act, which calls a monopoly a felony, to examples to the differences between American and European monopolization laws; from the principal areas where Section 2 battles are being fought today to the three-part balancing test to determine the outcome of a case, this report takes readers across the antitrust/monopoly landscape covering the important, while highlighting the essentials.

Some areas explored include:

• the three offenses Section 2 identifies
• what constitutes completed monopolization
• terms defined, like Gaming the System
• a wealth of easy to follow, relevant examples

This report outlines the important strategies and best mindset for approaching antitrust and monopoly law, and how to do so effectively.

This report is written by: James B. Kobak, Jr., Partner and Chair, Antitrust Practice Group, Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP.

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