20 January 2009
Competition Litigation in Russia

Pursuant to Russian competition legislation, both competition authorities and businesses may bring for breach of competition law in Russia. Specifically, competition authorities may seek to invalidate agreements, resolutions of government authorities restricting competition, and deals concluded between businesses without the approval of competition authorities. If an action is ruled a breach of competition legislation, businesses may seek compensation for losses resulting from this action or agreement.

 G. Chernyshov. Competition Litigation in Russia

This article appeared in the International Comparative Legal Guide to: Competition Litigation 2009, published by Global Legal Group Ltd, London.