Fenwick Partner Steve Albertson Quoted on FTC Antitrust Strategy

FTC Chair Lina Khan's antitrust strategy, focusing on taking disputes to court rather than settling, faces criticism after her recent defeat in the Microsoft case. Some experts support her approach, while others consider it high-risk.

In their recent article on the matter, Law.com quoted Fenwick Partner Steve Albertson who points out that the FTC's approach of taking disputes to court can encounter difficulties, as parties in certain circumstances may successfully litigate around FTC objections to remedies.

Despite these challenges, Khan will more than likely continue to enforce antitrust against Big Tech. Her losses may increase support in Congress for stronger antitrust measures, but concerns exist about the impact on consumer welfare.

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