A person or enterprise harmed by a Sherman Act violation may bring an action for:

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A person or enterprise harmed by a Sherman Act violation may bring an action for treble damages, which means they can recover three times the actual damages suffered as a result of the antitrust violation. This is meant to serve as a deterrent for antitrust violations and compensate the victim for their losses. Punitive damages (A) are not typically available in antitrust cases, and quadruple damages (C) are not a recognized remedy under the Sherman Act. Actual damages (D) may be recovered in addition to treble damages.

A Person or Enterprise Harmed by a Sherman Act Violation