European Competition Law: Update on Latest Cases of the European Commission

• Jurisdiction: European Union
• Year: 2022
• Author: Werner Berg

Speaker

Dr. Werner Berg, LL.M. is a knowledge management counsel at Latham & Watkins in Brussels. His practice includes the entire spectrum of EU and German antitrust law. He advises on dominance issues and has represented companies in abuse procedures before the European Commission, the German Bundeskartellamt and other competition authorities. He has particular expertise in the area of merger control including referrals to and from the European Commission, complex remedy issues and second phase procedures both at the EU and German level.

Dr. Berg advised companies on horizontal cooperation and vertical agreements both in German and EU competition law. He has been involved in numerous litigation matters before the European Community courts and in several cartel investigations of the European Commission. Dr. Berg has also handled competition law related arbitration cases at the ICC and DIS level. Dr. Berg is a member of the International Bar Association, the Association for European Law and the Antitrust Law Study Group.

Topic

This e-presentation offers a comprehensive analysis of the most recent advancements in competition law enforcement within the European Union (EU). It delves into the current state of affairs regarding antitrust and merger cases handled by the European Commission, providing valuable insights into their status and implications. By examining the proceedings that reached closure in 2022 and ongoing investigations, this presentation aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the EU's competition law landscape.

The presentation begins by outlining the overall framework of competition law enforcement at the EU level. It highlights the significance of maintaining fair and competitive markets to foster innovation, protect consumer welfare, and ensure a level playing field for businesses. By discussing the key principles and objectives of EU competition law, the presentation sets the stage for a deeper exploration of recent developments.

Moving on, the presentation scrutinizes the notable antitrust cases that concluded in 2022. It examines the European Commission's investigations, decisions, and resulting implications for...