Defying the odds: When companies win against the European Commission

The European Commission is a stronghold in the world of antitrust enforcement. Facing a Commission investigation can sometimes feel overwhelming to companies, and the Commission’s decisions can have far-reaching consequences for businesses of all sizes. However, recent cases remind us that the Commission does not always have the last word. While at least some stakeholders … Continue reading Defying the odds: When companies win against the European Commission →

Agree to disagree: Settlement decision challenged in court

It may sound counterintuitive: Striking a deal with a regulator to conclude a cartel investigation, only to later challenge the very same decision in court. The General Court recently had to deal with this situation in relation to the Ethylene cartel and clarified some important aspects of the European settlement procedure. Here is what companies … Continue reading Agree to disagree: Settlement decision challenged in court →