Correct Answers to Large Questions About Verizon v. Trinko

Bob Skitol poses some large questions and provides some interesting answers in connection with the Supreme Court's recent decision in the Trinko case focusing on Section 2 of the Sherman Act.

Making Sense of the Telemarketing Laws: How the FTC Rule, the FCC Rule, and State Laws Fit Together

Edward Correia provides a clear and concise guide to the three legal regimes that govern telemarketers, including the extremely popular "Do Not Call" registry.

Congress Poised to Bolster Criminal Antitrust Penalties: An Update on H.R. 1086

Melanie Sabo brings us up to date on recent legislation in Congress that changes penalties imposed on organizations for antitrust violations.

The Second Circuit's Decision in United States v. Visa/MasterCard

Attorneys Melvin Schwarz, Adam Hirsh, Laurence Popofsky, and Kenneth Gallo, who participated in the trial and appeal in the government's Section 1 suit against MasterCard and Visa, engage in a spirited debate about the meaning and significance of the case.

Whither Merger Simulation?

Current and former government economists Luke Froeb, Greg Werden, and David Scheffman square off in a lively discussion about the meaning and utility of the economic tool known as merger simulation.

FTC/DOJ Organization Charts and Photos

Up to the minute changes in federal enforcers are reflected on these updated organization charts. Photos, and links to officials' speeches, are also available.

Message from the Antitrust Section Chair: Nominating Committee Report

Section Chair Kevin Grady announces the recommended slate of Officers and Council Members to be presented at the Annual Meeting in August.

Paper Trail

Editor Bill Page reviews recent papers by Professors Leslie, Lao, and Meese that offer new ways of thinking about cartels, Noerr, and intrabrand restraints.