Ticketmaster and Live Nation are contesting the DOJ's antitrust lawsuit by requesting a judge to dismiss 27 states as plaintiffs. They contend these states cannot demonstrate direct harm to their residents resulting from Live Nation's practices. The defense posits that increased competition could paradoxically elevate ticket prices, thus undermining the basis for the lawsuit, which accuses Live Nation of monopolistic behavior in the event ticketing market. Furthermore, Live Nation's control over venues and promotional practices raises concerns about systemic price inflation for consumers and artists in the industry.
Ticketmaster's legal counsel argues that competition, rather than reducing prices, could actually drive ticket prices higher, challenging the very basis of the DOJ's lawsuit.
Live Nation's attorney claimed that if multiple ticket vendors operated, it remains speculative that consumers would benefit rather than face increased prices for concert tickets.
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