Preliminary Rulings in EU Antitrust Law

This authoritative book provides the first comprehensive account of how the preliminary ruling procedure has shaped the development of EU antitrust law and practice, drawing on more than 270 rulings from the past 60 years. Including insights from European Commission officials involved in preliminary ruling proceedings, members of the judiciary, attorneys and academic experts, the volume is an indispensable guide for understanding the implications of preliminary rulings for antitrust litigation, enforcement strategy and policy development across the EU.

Key Features:

• Unique insight from the Commission, the judiciary, practitioners and academics
• Clear structure and systematic coverage facilitate navigation
• Offers practice-oriented commentaries on landmark CJEU cases situating them in the current enforcement and policy debates
• Presents comprehensive coverage of public and private enforcement
• Offers practical insights into the implications of preliminary rulings for antitrust litigation, enforcement strategy and policy development across the EU