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Settlement Reached
Live Nation and the DOJ reach a settlement to resolve the monopoly case without a trial.
DOJ Sues
The Department of Justice officially files a lawsuit to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
Eras Tour Crisis
Ticketmaster's system crashes during Taylor Swift ticket sales, triggering renewed antitrust calls.
Decree Extended
DOJ extends the consent decree to 2025 after finding Live Nation violated terms by bullying venues.
Merger Approved
DOJ allows Live Nation and Ticketmaster to merge under a 10-year consent decree.
The U.S. Department of Justice and Live Nation Entertainment have reached a settlement to resolve a high-profile antitrust lawsuit alleging illegal monopolistic practices. This agreement concludes a multi-year investigation into the company's dominance over the concert promotion and ticketing industries, potentially reshaping the live entertainment retail landscape.