Under the Clayton Act, private parties can bring civil actions in federal court for treble damages and attorneys' fees.

Clayton Act

A U.S. antitrust law, passed in 1914, aimed at promoting competition and preventing monopolies by addressing specific practices not covered by the Sherman Act.

Treble Damages

A form of punitive damages awarded in a legal case that are three times the amount of actual compensatory damages.

Civil Actions

Legal proceedings initiated by individuals or entities (aside from the state) to seek relief or damages from another party.