Jury finds Live Nation, Ticketmaster holds an illegal monopoly
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A Manhattan federal jury found Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, holds an illegal monopoly in the live entertainment industry. The decision comes after a trial that compiled claims from dozens of state and district attorneys general.
A Manhattan federal jury has found Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, guilty of holding an illegal monopoly in the live entertainment industry. The jury's decision came after four days of deliberation in a case initially brought by the U.S. government. The case compiled claims from dozens of state and district attorneys general, alleging Live Nation's monopoly pushed out smaller promoters, disadvantaged artists, and drove up prices for consumers. Live Nation argued that artists, venues, and sports teams control prices and ticketing practices. The trial continued despite a settlement between the Trump administration and Live Nation, with over 30 states pursuing the case further. The company was previously required to pay $280 million in civil penalties as part of the settlement.
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