In a recent litigation against Align Technology, accusing them of breaking antitrust laws by controlling the market for clear aligners and related mouth scanners, a California federal court has certified two classes of Invisalign product buyers. However, one proposed class didn’t manage to secure their certification.
According to the available details reported by Law360, the litigation involves the alleged market takeover by Align Technology, the manufacturer of Invisalign. The plaintiffs are Invisalign buyers who contend that Align violated antitrust laws in its business practices.
On a promising note for the plaintiffs, two classes of Invisalign product buyers were certified by the court but it was not an all-around victory as one proposed class was not certified. This indicates a mixed result in the early stages of this complex litigation.
This development has important implications for competition in the dental equipment market, which could potentially impact future pricing and availability of products. As this case continues to unfold, legal professionals, particularly those working with antitrust matters, would be well advised to monitor the proceedings closely.