California leads $10.3 million fee request in merger case
California and other states seek $10.3 million in fees for blocking the Kroger-Albertsons merger. This follows a ruling that states can recoup legal costs.
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California and a coalition of states are requesting $10.3 million in legal fees and associated costs following their successful effort to block the merger between KROGER CO and Albertsons. This legal move underscores the growing role of individual states in United States antitrust enforcement, particularly as they increasingly act independently of federal agencies.
