Lessons From $12M Settlement in Hart-Scott-Rodino Case

Consider writing about:

A $12 million settlement announced by the Federal Trade Commission on July 13; alleged violations of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act; resulting penalties under the terms of a proposed final judgment; what this case may illustrate regarding antitrust enforcement under the second Trump administration, related liability risks for companies, and best practices involving M&A-related activities.

Related information:

https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/07/ftc-secures-12-million-penalties-pre-merger-reporting-act-violations

https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/ftc_gov/pdf/EdwardsGenesis-ProposedFinalJudgment.pdf