Dr. Robert Kneuper, Expert Economist and Expert Consultant, Info Tech, Inc. to Speak at TKG’s Antitrust Issues Amid the Pandemic Webinar
The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dr. Robert Kneuper, Expert Economist and Expert Consultant, Info Tech, Inc. will speak at its webcast entitled, “Emerging Antitrust Issues Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic: What Companies and Financial Institutions Must Know and Do.”
- (1888PressRelease) January 05, 2021 - This event is scheduled for January 19, 2021 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm (ET).
For further details, please visit: https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/emerging-antitrust-issues-amid-the-covid-19-pandemic/
About Dr. Robert Kneuper
Dr. Robert Kneuper is an Expert Economist at Info Tech, Inc. and has a Ph.D. in Applied Economics from Clemson University. Dr. Kneuper also serves as an adjunct professor at Charleston Southern University, where he teaches courses in managerial economics and corporate finance. Dr. Kneuper also has taught antitrust economics at Loyola University Chicago School of Law.
Dr. Kneuper spent over 10 years analyzing antitrust matters at the FTC where he worked extensively on a wide variety of antitrust matters. As a consultant, Dr. Kneuper has worked on numerous antitrust class action cases including price fixing cases and “pay for delay” cases.
About Info Tech, Inc.
In 1977, professors, Dr. James T. McClave and Dr. Thomas P. Rothrock developed the first computerized methods for detecting collusive behavior in sealed bid markets through statistical and economic consulting services for the Florida Attorney General. Consequently, Info Tech ® became the pioneer in computerized techniques for detecting fraudulent business behavior in various industries.
The consulting business of Info Tech ® continues to provides expert testimony in the analysis of statistics, economics and econometrics in areas of antitrust, labor and employment discrimination and healthcare fraud among other litigation areas.
Led by President Dr. Jamie Baldwin and founder Dr. James T. McClave, the consulting business of Info Tech ® is nationally known for its unmatched ability to apply the scientific method to generate clear and professional services. Simple graphical depiction and concise explanation of complex concepts makes Info Tech ® Consulting work invaluable to clients.
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping antitrust law enforcement across the globe. Recognizing the need for a closer cooperation among private businesses, the US government seems to be more flexible now in reviewing COVID-19-related competitor collaborations. In April, both the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced the expedited seven-day evaluation procedure, which typically takes months for traditional business reviews.
Despite the perceived flexibility of the government, companies should not be complacent, as the DOJ and the FTC have stressed their continuous crackdown on unfair competition practices. In addition, industry changes during and after COVID-19 may bring a significant increase in antitrust activity.
Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has coincided with the financial markets’ transition away from LIBOR, the world’s most widely used benchmark interest rate. Selecting and implementing an alternative reference rate for legacy financial products necessarily requires industry coordination. Coordinated financial industry reforms in the past have invited antitrust scrutiny. The LIBOR transition may present similar concerns that market participants should not ignore.
Join a panel of key thought leaders and practitioners assembled by The Knowledge Group as they present an in-depth discussion of the emerging trends and developments in antitrust law enforcement in the current COVID-19-stricken landscape. Speakers will analyze critical issues and offer effective compliance tips and strategies in this evolving legal climate.
About The Knowledge Group
Founded in November 2006, The Knowledge Group has been at the forefront of providing quality continuing education programs for lawyers, accountants, financial executives, risk and compliance specialists, human resources professionals, technology officers, and business consultants in a wide range of industries.
The Knowledge Group strives to be the best-in-class provider of continuing education by bringing forth relevant content you can’t get anywhere else.
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