Antitrust

Businesses, both large and small, are affected by the federal and state antitrust laws.  Antitrust concerns must be evaluated in the context of any combination of businesses, consolidations, mergers or joint ventures.  Antitrust concerns can also arise during contract negotiations, setting prices and in competing for business.  KCF attorneys offer a wide range of antitrust expertise in these areas.  We can provide advice and litigation support to address problems which have already arisen, but can also provide advice and counseling in ways to try to minimize antitrust exposure.

In addition, federal and state antitrust laws affect a large variety of health care providers, both large and small.  Merging physician practices, joint ventures with hospitals, managed care contracting and charging for services all potentially raise antitrust concerns.  KCF attorneys have represented a wide variety of clients in the health care field and offer a wide range of antitrust experience.  We provide advice and assistance to hospitals in peer review matters, exclusive contracting and advise how to remain in compliance with federal and state antitrust requirements during contract negotiations, joint ventures and mergers.  We can also help resolve and minimize the risk of losing peer review immunities and avoid running afoul of the antitrust laws.