States’ trial against Live Nation could move forward as soon as next week

Source: The Verge

Background

The Justice Department recently reached a settlement with Live Nation that a handful of states had agreed to. The settlement was disclosed in court on Tuesday.

Recent developments

Judge Arun Subramanian held a hearing on the future of the case. He ordered Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino, DOJ Antitrust Division acting chief Omeed Assefi, and representatives of the states that have not yet settled to remain at the Manhattan courthouse and attempt to negotiate a broader agreement.

Potential trial dates

Several states appear poised to go to trial on their own as early as Monday, unless a settlement is reached in the next few days.

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