The European Commission is seeking feedback on introducing regulations or guidance to ensure that EU competition law rules do not prevent self-employed workers from collectively bargaining.
On 6 January 2020, the European...more
The fourth amendment extends and modifies the framework to support companies affected by COVID-19.
On 13 October 2020, the European Commission (Commission) published a fourth amendment to the Temporary Framework for State...more
The judgment has important implications for the competition law compliance responsibilities of company directors.
On 3 July 2020, the High Court disqualified Michael Martin from acting as a director for seven years. The...more
The second amendment allows EU Member States to provide State aid in the form of recapitalisations and subordinated debt to companies affected by COVID-19.
On 8 May 2020, the European Commission (Commission) adopted a...more
The guidance includes a refresher on “failing firm” defence claims, for which the CMA will maintain a high bar.
On 22 April 2020 the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) published guidance on its assessment of...more
M&A deal teams should take note of heightened scrutiny of HR and employment practices by antitrust enforcers in the US and Europe.
No-poach, non-solicitation, and wage-fixing agreements - arrangements between companies...more
1/31/2020
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Buyout firms and portfolio companies should take note of heightened scrutiny of HR and employment practices by antitrust enforcers, both in the US and in Europe. No-poach and wage-fixing agreements — arrangements between...more
12/9/2019
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The FCA found that three asset managers breached competition law by sharing information in relation to securities offerings.
Key Points:
..The decision gives market participants some helpful indications as to what kinds...more
In a continually evolving antitrust landscape, we consider five key trends that PE deal teams should be aware of.
Focus on Non-Controlling Stakes in Competing Companies -
Antitrust authorities are paying closer...more
3/13/2019
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UK
UK government publishes “no deal” Brexit notice on mergers and antitrust — Latham lawyers analyse the practical implications for affected parties.
The UK’s expected separation from the European Union (EU) on 29 March 2019...more
New proposed EC Regulation would impose transparency obligations vis-à-vis business users and introduces collective redress.
Background -
Businesses increasingly use online platforms and search engines to reach...more
Proposed new consumer legislation raises regulatory risks for businesses, creating new rights for consumers and introducing potentially increased collective litigation and fines for businesses.
The European Commission...more