The U.S. Department of Justice has expressed its interest in participating in upcoming proceedings at the Ninth Circuit involving orthodontists and consumers who are challenging the company behind Invisalign in monopoly lawsuits. The DOJ seeks to advise the appellate judges on the perceived errors made by the lower court when it dismissed these legal actions. Align Technology’s popular clear teeth aligners are at the center of the dispute, as orthodontists and consumers argue over alleged anti-competitive practices.
This legal dispute has drawn attention due to its implications for competition within the orthodontics industry, particularly concerning aligners that have become mainstream cosmetic dental products. More details on the case and the DOJ’s involvement can be found in the Law360 report.