Warning from the U.S. Antitrust Agencies: Remain Compliant with Antitrust Laws During Post-Hurricane Harvey and Irma Relief Efforts

U.S. Antitrust, Competition & Trade Regulation Alert

On September 12, 2017, the Department of Justice Antitrust Division and the Federal Trade Commission (collectively, the “Agencies”) released antitrust guidance for post-hurricane relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. The purpose of the Antitrust Guidance is to remind individuals and businesses that while cooperation among competitors will likely be necessary to rebuild the communities and economies affected by the hurricanes, such efforts must remain compliant with the antitrust laws, and a failure to do so could lead to criminal prosecution and/or civil enforcement actions.

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