Sherman Act Horizontal Restraint of Trade

The video tutorial explains horizontal restraint of trade under the Sherman Act, focusing on agreements between market competitors. It covers the concept of naked restraint of trade, which is per se illegal if no pro-competitive justifications exist. The video also discusses the rule of reason, used to evaluate competitive aspects when conduct is not per se illegal. Finally, it outlines the standards applied to horizontal restraint of trade and hints at future discussions on specific types of restraints.

What happens if a court allows a defendant to present evidence of pro-competitive justification?

How does the rule of reason evaluate competitive effects in horizontal restraints?