Litigative Economics

RRC has extensive experience in assisting attorneys in relating complex legal matters to economic, financial, and statistical evidence. RRC has been successful in the analysis of issues such as contract violations, product liability and warranty, theft of trade secrets, discrimination, monopolization, price-fixing, monopsony purchasing, boycotts, licensing restrictions, and damage theories. Often economic evidence suggests a line of argument, supported by sound economic theory, which narrows
the scope of a case and offers an efficient, effective avenue for successful litigation. 

Merger Analysis

Mergers of large companies and combinations of competitors in joint efforts must pass the antitrust scrutiny of the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. Geographic and product market reports and analyses submitted by prospective merging partners must address the antitrust concerns of the regulators. RRC has assisted industries in influencing the final determination of DOJ Guidelines which define the "safe harbors" of activities. RRC has been selected by regulators to review applications for joint projects which can be awarded a "safe harbor" certification. RRC's experience in antitrust issues can assist businesses in lowering the regulatory compliance costs of merger proceedings and joint efforts among competitors.