Marietta Competition Law Attorneys
Experienced Antitrust Litigation Counsel in Cobb County, GA and Beyond
Competition or antitrust law regulates business practices to promote fair market competition. In business-to-business (B2B) law, competition law ensures that companies engage in fair and lawful competitive behavior and prevents practices that restrict competition, harm other businesses, or create monopolies.
At Reed Leeper, P.C., our competent team has the knowledge and experience to help your business navigate complex issues stemming from antitrust laws. We represent businesses that may find themselves the target of litigation due to a particular business model's success or face anti-competitive behavior from large, established companies.
Our team aggressively advocates for you in every case, pursuing timely solutions to even the most complicated legal challenges.
Consult a Marietta competition lawyer at Reed Leeper, P.C. about your case. Call (470) 837-6002 or complete our online contact form.
Understanding Competition Law in Georgia
Competition/antitrust law violations can take many forms. Some types of antitrust litigation are relatively straightforward, while others can be quite complex. Reed Leeper, P.C. has extensive experience working in the modern antitrust landscape and can provide the insightful counsel your business needs to minimize liability and maximize the bottom line.
Competition laws are primarily governed by three key federal statutes:
- The Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890 is the foundational law prohibiting monopolistic practices and preventing agreements that unreasonably restrain trade.
- The Clayton Antitrust Act of 1914 complements the Sherman Act by prohibiting anti-competitive practices like price discrimination, exclusive dealings, and mergers that substantially lessen competition.
- The Federal Trade Commission Act of 1914 established the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to oversee and prevent unfair methods of competition and deceptive practices.
These laws protect consumers, promote innovation, and maintain fair market competition. The FTC, the Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division, and, in some cases, private litigation enforce these laws.
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Georgia Law on Competition for Businesses
Businesses operating in Georgia are also subject to state laws on antitrust and competition.
Georgia Fair Business Practices Act (FBPA) focuses on consumer protection but applies to business-to-business transactions if deceptive or unfair practices affect competition. It prohibits false advertising, misleading business practices, and unconscionable acts that could harm fair competition.
The Georgia Attorney General’s Office may enforce the above Georgia law. Allegations of violations of these laws may also be litigated in private lawsuits filed for damages or injunctions.
Antitrust Issues for Georgia Businesses
Competition or antitrust issues that you may face as a business owner can include:
- Price fixing. Agreements between competitors to set prices at a certain level to undermine market competitiveness.
- Bid rigging. Collusion among competitors to manipulate the outcomes of bidding processes.
- Market allocation. Agreements between competitors to divide up markets or customers, limiting consumer options.
- Monopolization. Using strategies to dominate a market and exclude or harm competition reduces consumer choices.
- Tying arrangements. Forcing customers to buy a second product or service as a condition of purchasing a desired product or service.
- Exclusive dealing. Agreements that restrict a supplier or buyer from dealing with competitors, hindering others' market access.
- Predatory pricing. This involves setting prices extremely low to eliminate competitors and then raising them once the competition is reduced.
- Mergers and acquisitions. Transactions that may substantially lessen competition or create monopolies that raise regulatory concerns.
Businesses must stay vigilant to avoid these practices by complying with antitrust laws to foster healthy market competition.
How Reed Leeper, P.C. Helps Business Owners in Marietta
With a team of experienced legal professionals, Reed Leeper, P.C. can provide tailored advice to help you identify and mitigate potential risks associated with anti-competitive practices.
We can assist in developing compliance programs, conducting internal audits, and providing employee training to promote alignment with legal requirements. Additionally, we represent clients in disputes and investigations involving allegations of market dominance abuse, price-fixing, or anti-competitive mergers.
Our proactive approach includes advising on strategic business decisions, such as mergers or partnerships, for regulatory compliance.
By offering comprehensive legal support, we can enable your business to operate confidently within the competition law framework, safeguarding your reputation and fostering sustainable growth.
Call (470) 837-6002 or complete our online contact form to book a confidential consultation with a Marietta competition law attorney today.
