Blogs

Dispute between radiologists settled on the basis of cartel prohibition: breach of non-compete clause not a valid ground for termination within a cooperative

Court of Appeal rules in dispute between radiologists that termination of membership of cooperative on the grounds of breach of non-compete clause is invalid, because the clause is contrary to the cartel prohibition. Read more >

Will the new NZa healthcare procurement regulations lead to effective supervision of health insurers?

This blog addresses the new version of the NZa Healthcare Procurement Regulations and the NZa’s role in their enforcement. Read more >

European Commission clarifies permissibility of self-employed persons’ collective agreements

The Commission publishes draft guidelines on the application of competition law to collective bargaining agreements of solo self-employed persons. This blog summarises the Commission’s plans. Read more >

Healthcare mergers reviews in 2022: ACM remains critical

This blog summarises the developments in the review of mergers and acquisitions in the healthcare sector. Read more >

Order subject to a penalty for abuse by Apple of its dominant position

ACM has imposed an order subject to a penalty on Apple for abuse of its dominant position. Apple was also unsuccessful in preliminary relief proceedings challenging the penalty. ACM’s decision underlines the competition authorities’ focus on the digital economy. Read more >

New NZa regulations on the provision of information by health insurers: a missed opportunity or a conscious choice?

The NZa’s amended Regulations on the Provision of Information by Health Insurers to Consumers are also relevant to healthcare providers. More information on this subject is provided in this blog. Read more >

Monopoly without dominance? Disrupted railways

This blog addresses the CBb ruling of 1 June 2021, which reversed the €41 million fine imposed on NS by ACM. Read more >

Autumn trends for 2023
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