A Comprehensive Legal Guide In Antitrust Matters
Antitrust is a very complex field involving many overlapping areas of law, and it is constantly changing. At Carbajal Law, we stay on top of new developments so that we can look out for our Las Vegas clients’ interests at all times. Antitrust investigation can be very intense. We are here to investigate the allegations that you face thoroughly and to defend you aggressively when litigation follows. Attorney Hector Carbajal has extensive experience defending antitrust clients in litigation at both the state and federal level, and is ready to start helping you today.
Protecting Your Business
Carbajal Law is here to fight for you when you are facing antitrust allegations, including:
- Bid rigging: A form of collusion where competitors agree in advance who will submit the winning bid on a contract. This illegal practice undermines the competitive bidding process and often results in higher prices for purchasers.
- Price fixing: An agreement between competitors to raise, lower or stabilize prices rather than allowing prices to be determined by market forces. This practice eliminates price competition and harms consumers through artificially inflated prices.
- Money laundering: The process of making illegally-obtained money appear legal by moving it through legitimate businesses or financial channels. In antitrust cases, this often involves concealing profits from price-fixing or other anticompetitive schemes.
- Tax evasion: The illegal practice of not paying taxes by not reporting income, reporting expenses not legally allowed or by other means. Companies engaged in antitrust violations often commit tax fraud to hide illegal profits.
- Unlawful merger: A business combination that substantially lessens competition or tends to create a monopoly in violation of federal and state antitrust laws. These transactions may be blocked or unwound by regulatory authorities.
Hector Carbajal has the in-depth knowledge and experience to handle your antitrust case from beginning through appeal. He represents Las Vegas area clients in state and federal courts and has earned the respect of his peers.
Antitrust litigation is very complex and requires in-depth knowledge and experience in order to negotiate successfully with state and federal regulators. Carbajal Law has the experience and the reputation to negotiate consent decrees and compliance packages that protect you and your interests.
Understanding Antitrust Enforcement
Antitrust enforcement occurs through multiple channels, each with distinct procedures and consequences for businesses. Understanding these mechanisms is essential for an effective defense strategy.
- Federal enforcement: The Department of Justice prosecutes criminal cases, while the Federal Trade Commission handles civil enforcement through administrative proceedings and court litigation
- State enforcement: State attorneys general enforce both federal and state antitrust laws, sometimes coordinating with federal agencies
- Private litigation: Individuals or businesses harmed by anticompetitive conduct can seek treble damages and injunctive relief
- Class actions: Multiple plaintiffs with similar claims consolidate into a single lawsuit, significantly increasing potential liability
These enforcement mechanisms often work in parallel, creating complex multi-front legal challenges that require sophisticated defense strategies.
Potential Consequences Of Antitrust Violations
Facing antitrust charges means confronting a range of potentially severe penalties that can affect both your business operations and personal freedom. These include:
- Criminal penalties, including significant fines
- Civil damages
- Injunctive relief that may restrict your business operations
- Reputational damage
- Costly compliance monitoring requirements
With stakes this high, it is crucial to protect your interests to work with attorneys who understand the legal and business implications of antitrust enforcement.
Schedule A Meeting Now
If you are facing antitrust litigation, you are under tremendous stress. The future of your business and your own future may be at stake. Carbajal Law is here to fight for you tenaciously and exhaustively. To learn more about antitrust law, your rights and how we can help, please call us right away at 702-846-0040 or contact us online today and schedule your free initial consultation.
