Avoiding Antitrust and Competition Pitfalls When Distributing in the U.S. and Europe
Understanding how to comply with U.S. antitrust laws and the new European competition rules on vertical agreements is essential for any company involved in distributing products in the U.S. and Europe, whether as a supplier, wholesaler or distributor. Join Armstrong Teasdale Consultant Robert Bell and Partner Steve Foristal for an engaging live webinar as they provide key insights and guidance on how to avoid competition law pitfalls and associated developments in this area of law, including the regulation of e-commerce and digital markets. Discussion topics will include:
- Comparative approach of U.S. and EU antitrust / competition law to distribution issues
- Structuring your distribution chain
- Resale pricing; minimum advertised price policies
- EU Developments in e-commerce / online selling
- Discounts and marketing allowances
- Territorial and customer exclusivity
- Noncompete and nonsolicitation restrictions
- Best price / most-favored nation clauses
