Competition Law and Economics in Australia Volume II

<p>Marking the 50th anniversary of modern statutory competition law in Australia this two-volume set brings together more than 40 leading experts to discuss the most important issues and developments arising under Australian competition law economics and policy.</p><p>This publication discusses current reforms and reviews the impact of competition law and consumer law in the Australian economy over the last 50 years since the enactment of the Trade Practices Act 1974. Contributors examine the legacy of this landmark legislation important precedents and cases that have shaped contemporary Australian competition law as well as the substantive procedural and institutional features in need of revision. Volume I focuses on the history and context of Australian competition law the courts and tribunal and the competition system established by the Competition and Consumer Act. Volume II discusses key issues relating to consumer protection law the digital economy enforcement remedies and sanctions. It also considers the Australian competition regime from a comparative perspective.</p><p>This volume alongside its companion <i>The Competition Law System: Context Law and Economics</i> is an authoritative treatise that will interest the broader competition law and policy community around the world. Together they provide essential insights for academics researchers practitioners consumer associations policymakers and regulators.</p>