What Is the Cartwright Act?The general anti-trust law for the state of California is the Cartwright Act. Under this law it is illegal for two or more people or businesses to act together in order to: - Restrict trade
- Reduce production
- Increase prices
- Reduce competition
- Fix prices
- Agree not to sell a particular commodity
- Agree not to deal in the goods of a competitor
- Tie contracts (where a buyer seeking one product or service must also buy a second product or service tied to the original product or service)
What Are the Penalties for Violating the Cartwright Act?Under the Cartwright Act, any unreasonable restraint on competition is a violation of anti-trust law on its face. Violators of the California Cartwright Act can be prosecuted criminally. Punishments include fines and imprisonment. Additionally, a court may order injunctive relief, and order a violator to cease all illegal activity. Injured parties may also recover attorney¿s fees. Do I Need a Lawyer for my Cartwright Act Problem?
Antitrust and Unfair Competition law is a very complicated area of the law. An experienced business lawyer can help guide you through the legal process and make sure all of your rights are protected. |
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