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In our recent #Perspective, Joanna Christoforou and Emma Poland share some interesting learnings on selective distribution arrangements following the Competition Appeal Tribunal’s judgment in Up & Running, including in relation to indirect resale price maintenance and restrictions on online sales.  https://bit.ly/4idfCwz

In recent years, India’s approach to arbitration has evolved significantly, reflecting its commitment to becoming a global hub for dispute resolution. Earlier this month, the Indian government closed a public consultation process on the draft Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Bill. The proposed Bill introduces changes aimed at promoting institutional arbitration and improving the efficiency of the arbitration process. In our latest #Perspective, Luke Streatfeild and Demica Kaur Nettleford consider the key components of the draft Bill and how it highlights India’s commitment to strengthening its arbitration framework. https://bit.ly/4fLvFjs #arbitration #India

On 5th December, Hausfeld Partner, Luke Streatfeild will be speaking at the Sixth Annual UK #Competition Litigation Conference hosted by Monckton Chambers, NERA Economic Consulting and Exton Advisors. Luke will be joined by Thomas Clark from Which?, Adam Erusalimsky from Litigation Capital Management (LCM) and Julian Gregory from Monckton Chambers to discuss ‘The Building Blocks of a #CollectiveAction’. John Astill from Exton Advisors will be chairing the panel session.  https://lnkd.in/eb6Fyqap

Lexology Index (formerly Who’s Who Legal) has named Sathya Gosselin, partner in Washington, D.C., to its prestigious list of “recommended” lawyers in the sports and gaming sector for 2024. The report identifies extraordinary and accomplished lawyers who advise clients active in sports, gaming, leisure, and gambling, in addition to providing commercial and regulatory advice. Fewer than 100 U.S. lawyers received this recognition in 2024. Sathya is an acclaimed high-stakes litigator with nearly two decades of experience in antitrust, commercial, and sports and entertainment litigation. Among his notable representations, Sathya represents residential- and commercial-subscriber plaintiffs in the historic In re National Football League’s Sunday Ticket Antitrust Litigation where, at the conclusion of a four-week trial, the jury returned a verdict for the plaintiffs and awarded $4.7 billion in damages (subject to a subsequent ruling on a motion for judgment as a matter of law and now on appeal), as well as having scored a historic victory at trial and on appeal for college athletes in the landmark O’Bannon v. NCAA antitrust litigation, which resulted in permanent injunctive relief and billions of dollars in benefits (in perpetuity) for college athletes. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3V8lQDQ

Following the recent Call for Input by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Financial Ombudsman Service to seek views on how to modernise the redress system, so it better serves consumers and provides greater stability for firms to invest and innovate, Hausfeld Partner, Greg Lascelles, looks at how we got here and why there is an increasing spotlight on redress schemes in financial services. He also looks at the avenues the FCA currently has to impose redress schemes and how it is hoped that the proposed cooperation between the FCA and the FOS will lead to a more streamlined approach. https://lnkd.in/egjxyT7C #FCA #FOS #redress

We loved this excellent blog by London Associate Giulia T. who explores the trade union’s global impact on AI #regulation. A must read if you are interested in the impact of #AI #artificialintelligence.

The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has unanimously authorised Nikki Stopford to act as the class representative in a £7 billion collective action, where she argues that Google abused its dominant position in the UK search engine market to overcharge advertisers, with those costs being passed directly on to consumers. The CAT held that Ms Stopford had put forward a serious case and dismissed Google’s arguments. As a result, the ‘Google Search’ collective action can now proceed to trial. https://lnkd.in/ecd9RFgq #CollectiveAction #GoogleSearch #SearchAdvertising 

The Digital Markets Research Hub interviewed Hausfeld partner Thomas Höppner on competition in digital markets. A deep dive into the Digital Markets Act, Big Tech & Privacy and the latest on AI and antitrust. To watch the interview: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eDG6f2eG

We are pleased to welcome Liz van Ringelestijn as an Associate in our Amsterdam office who brings valuable experience in plaintiff litigation. Welcome Liz! https://lnkd.in/e9VuVYbC

Hausfeld’s 1L Diversity Fellowship program provides a unique summer employment opportunity for exceptional first-year law students who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Fellows are awarded a spot in the firm’s summer associate program in Washington, D.C., and a $10,000 scholarship towards their 2L academic year. Fellows are paired with two firm mentors (a partner and an associate) who, in addition to the summer associate committee, provide support and structured feedback on work assignments and guidance on law firm culture and social events throughout the summer. Applications are accepted now until January 15, 2025. To apply: https://bit.ly/4fsJ3sF View flyer here: https://bit.ly/4fwV8Nw