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Publications | March 11, 2021

Defense Against Price Gouging Allegations Amid Falling Prices

Bloomberg Law

Authors

Robyn C. Crowther, Galen Kast

Overview

Robyn Crowther, Jay Hobbs and Galen Kast, co-authored an article titled "Defense Against Price Gouging Allegations Amid Falling Prices" for Bloomberg Law. The article, published March 11, provides an overview of price gouging statutes in the United States and examines the potential defenses available to companies facing unprecedented enforcement theories.

Professionals

Robyn C. Crowther
Named to the Los Angeles Daily Journal's list of Top Women Lawyers in 13 out of the last 14 years, Robyn is a trial lawyer focusing on commercial disputes. She serves as regional managing partner for...

Partner

Commercial Trials & Litigation, Class Action Defense, Copyright, Trademark

Galen Kast
Galen Kast counsels companies and individuals in high-stakes government enforcement matters, internal investigations, and civil litigation. Additionally, he advises clients on corporate compliance and...

Partner

Independent & Internal Investigations, White-Collar Defense, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Financial Services

Practices

White-Collar Defense

Independent & Internal Investigations

Commercial Trials & Litigation

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