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sports20 days ago•3 min saved

DeChambeau hints at a YouTube‑driven shift if LIV fades, with selective tour returns on the table

Bryson DeChambeau says LIV Golf’s funding could end after this season, and if that happens he may pivot to growing his YouTube channel and only play in tournaments that want him, while a PGA Tour return could come with penalties; he was part of an antitrust suit against the Tour in the past, and with LIV’s future uncertain and his contract ending this year, he’s weighing a path that could shift away from full‑time professional golf.

via New York Post|

#antitrust-lawsuit #bryson-dechambeau #liv-golf

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Dana White to testify in UFC antitrust lawsuit over data gaps

UFC CEO Dana White has been ordered to testify in a new antitrust lawsuit led by fighter Misha Cirkunov, focusing on arbitration and class action waiver clauses in UFC fighter contracts, with upcoming hearings to address evidence issues and discovery disputes.

via MMA Fighting|

#antitrust-lawsuit #contracts #dana-white

sports7 months ago•1 min saved

Judge Dismisses NASCAR's Counterclaim in 23XI/Front Row Lawsuit

Judge Bell dismissed NASCAR's counterclaim against 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, ruling that NASCAR failed to prove an illegal cartel or antitrust injury, and emphasizing the ongoing legal dispute over the 2025 Charters and team negotiations.

via Jayski's NASCAR Silly Season Site|

#antitrust-lawsuit #counterclaim-dismissed #legal-ruling

business8 months ago•2 min saved

FTC Sues Live Nation and Ticketmaster Over Illegal Ticket Resale Practices

The FTC and state prosecutors have filed a lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, accusing them of allowing ticket brokers to resell tickets at inflated prices and using deceptive pricing tactics, violating laws and harming consumers. The case highlights concerns over monopolistic practices in the live entertainment industry.

via CBS News|

#antitrust-lawsuit #business #ftc

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

Judge Dismisses Newsmax's Antitrust Lawsuit Against Fox News

A Florida federal judge dismissed Newsmax's antitrust lawsuit against Fox News for being a 'shotgun complaint' but allowed Newsmax to file an amended complaint by next Thursday, citing procedural issues. The lawsuit accused Fox News of monopolistic behavior to suppress competitors, but the judge emphasized the need for a clearer, more focused complaint.

via CNBC|

#amended-complaint #antitrust-lawsuit #fox-news

sports9 months ago•3 min saved

Michael Jordan and NASCAR face legal showdown over charters and anti-trust issues

NASCAR has agreed to hold six charters in reserve for 2024, including those linked to 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, if they win their federal antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR. The teams are challenging NASCAR's decision to forfeit their charters after they declined to sign extension agreements, and a court ruling is expected next week that could impact the future of these charters and NASCAR's system. The lawsuit's outcome may lead to significant changes in NASCAR's business operations and charter system.

via Motorsport.com|

#23xi-racing #antitrust-lawsuit #charters

technology9 months ago•2 min saved

Y Combinator Criticizes Apple’s App Store for Stifling Startup Growth

Y Combinator has filed an amicus brief supporting Epic Games in the legal dispute with Apple, arguing that the App Store's policies and fees hinder startup growth and innovation, and urging the court to deny Apple's appeal to maintain rules allowing alternative payment methods.

via TechCrunch|

#antitrust-lawsuit #apple-app-store #epic-games

education9 months ago•5 min saved

Lawsuit Challenges Elite Colleges' Early Admissions and Tuition Practices

A lawsuit alleges that elite colleges conspire through early decision policies to inflate tuition prices and reduce competition, primarily benefiting wealthy students and potentially exacerbating inequality. The case targets 32 selective schools, claiming their practices hinder fair financial aid distribution and violate antitrust laws, while also raising concerns about the fairness and transparency of the college admissions process.

via The Washington Post|

#antitrust-lawsuit #college-admissions #early-decision

business10 months ago•1 min saved

Epic Games and Samsung Reach Settlement in App Store Lawsuit

Epic Games has dismissed its antitrust lawsuit against Samsung after discussions, which focused on Samsung's Auto Blocker feature that restricted app installations to certain stores, potentially hindering Epic's platform. The lawsuit was part of Epic's broader legal efforts against major tech companies over app store practices.

via Engadget|

#antitrust-lawsuit #auto-blocker #business

law-and-sports11 months ago•3 min saved

Majority of UFC Fighters Join Antitrust Settlement with Payout Details

Over 97% of UFC fighters involved in a $375 million antitrust settlement have submitted claims, with an average payout of around $250,000, covering fighters from 2010 to 2017, while new lawsuits aim to address ongoing contractual and business practice issues.

via MMA Fighting|

#antitrust-lawsuit #class-action #fighter-payouts

business11 months ago•3 min saved

Compass Sues Zillow Over Home Listings Policies and Antitrust Concerns

Real estate company Compass has filed a lawsuit against Zillow, accusing it of violating antitrust laws by implementing a rule that bans listings from other platforms if they appear elsewhere for more than 24 hours before being posted on Zillow, claiming this restricts competition and consumer choice.

via CBS News|

#antitrust-lawsuit #business #compass

business11 months ago•5 min saved

Compass Sues Zillow Over Private Listing Restrictions and Competition

Compass has sued Zillow, accusing the real estate giant of anti-competitive practices by banning private listings that are not immediately posted on Zillow, aiming to maintain its monopoly over digital home listings and suppress competitors like Compass and Redfin.

via The New York Times|

#antitrust-lawsuit #business #compass

business11 months ago•2 min saved

BlackRock Faces Legal Battles Over Climate and Coal Investments

BlackRock and other major asset managers are facing an antitrust lawsuit from Republican-led states, accusing them of climate activism that allegedly influenced energy markets and reduced coal production. The firms seek to dismiss the case, arguing their actions lack evidence of conspiracy, while the states contend even industry agreements could impact market decisions. The case could significantly affect how these firms manage their holdings, especially regarding coal investments.

via Yahoo Finance|

#antitrust-lawsuit #blackrock #business

sports11 months ago•1 min saved

Landmark NCAA and House settlements reshape college sports and athlete compensation

A judge approved a $2.8 billion settlement ending the NCAA's longstanding refusal to pay college athletes, but issues surrounding NIL collectives and athlete rights remain unresolved, signaling ongoing challenges in college sports reform.

via NBC Sports|

#antitrust-lawsuit #athlete-compensation #college-sports

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Republican AGs Sue Investment Firms for Alleged Anti-Coal Collusion

Eleven Republican attorneys general, led by Texas, have filed a lawsuit against BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street, accusing them of conspiring to restrict the coal market by pushing climate policies, thus violating antitrust laws. The lawsuit claims these asset managers have formed a cartel to limit coal supply, raise energy prices, and harm American energy production. BlackRock has dismissed the lawsuit as baseless, asserting its investments are focused on financial returns for clients.

via The Daily Wire|

#antitrust-lawsuit #blackrock #climate-policies