Understanding State Attorneys General Triggers in Antitrust and Privacy Actions

In today's rapidly evolving legal landscape, state attorneys general (AGs) are at the forefront of enforcing antitrust laws and protecting consumer privacy. This webinar provides a deep dive into the mechanisms and strategies used by state AGs, offering participants a robust understanding of:

• Triggers for Antitrust Actions:

  • Identification and Investigation: Understand how state AGs identify potential antitrust violations   through market analysis, consumer complaints, and inter-agency collaborations.

  • Legal Frameworks and Statutes: Examine the state and federal statutes that empower AGs to take action against anti-competitive practices, including price-fixing, monopolistic behavior, and mergers that may harm competition.

  • Recent Case Studies: Analyze recent high-profile antitrust cases spearheaded by state AGs, focusing on their strategies and outcomes.

  • Multistate Collaborations: Discover how states collaborate on antitrust investigations and litigation to enhance enforcement effectiveness.
    
    

• Privacy AG Actions:

  • Data Protection Laws: Gain insights into key data protection laws enforced by state AGs, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA).

  • Enforcement Mechanisms: Learn about the investigative tools and penalties at the disposal of AGs for privacy violations, including audits, subpoenas, and fines.

  • Emerging Privacy Challenges: Explore how AGs are addressing new privacy challenges such as data breaches, biometric data protection, and the regulation of emerging technologies.

  • Collaboration with Federal Agencies: Understand the interplay between state AGs and federal bodies, such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in privacy enforcement.

By attending this webinar, legal professionals will be better equipped to navigate the complexities of antitrust and privacy law enforcement, anticipate regulatory actions, and advise their clients effectively. Participants will also have the opportunity to engage with our expert speakers through a Q&A session, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the topics discussed.