Nevada AG Continues Live Nation Monopoly Case

Detected March 21st, 2026

Summary

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford announced the continuation of a case against Live Nation, alleging illegal monopolization of the live entertainment industry. The AG's office cited harm to consumers and artists as the basis for pursuing the action.

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What changed

The Nevada Attorney General's office, through its Bureau of Consumer Protection, has affirmed its commitment to continuing its legal action against Live Nation. The lawsuit alleges that Live Nation has illegally monopolized the live entertainment industry, causing harm to consumers and artists within the state. The AG's office is actively pursuing this case, indicating a significant enforcement effort against alleged anti-competitive practices.

This ongoing litigation requires immediate attention from any entities operating within the live entertainment sector in Nevada, particularly those with business relationships with Live Nation. Compliance officers should review their contracts and business practices for potential antitrust implications. While no specific compliance deadline is mentioned, the continuation of the case suggests that continued engagement with the AG's office or potential legal challenges may arise. Failure to address potential monopolistic concerns could lead to further legal scrutiny or penalties.

What to do next

Review contracts and business practices for potential antitrust violations related to Live Nation.
Assess impact of alleged monopolization on consumer pricing and artist opportunities.
Consult legal counsel regarding potential exposure to antitrust litigation.

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Attorney General Ford Vows to Continue Case Against Live Nation for Illegally Monopolizing Live Entertainment Industry

Mar. 9, 2026

Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D Ford released the following multistate statement regarding the ongoing antitrust case against Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, for illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry and concert ticketing services:

“In May 2024, a bipartisan group of state attorneys general joined the U.S. Department of Justice to sue Live Nation for monopolizing the market for ticketing and using its monopoly power in the concert venue market to reinforce and protect that monopoly. For too long, Live Nation has raked in billions from a monopoly that has made it harder for consumers to see the artists they love, stifled artists, and increased the price of tickets for countless music fans.
“The case against Live Nation is strong, and the state coalition is committed to holding the company accountable for its illegal behavior, protecting consumers, and restoring competition to this market. The settlement recently announced does not adequately remedy the harms to the marketplace for live music and to concertgoers caused by Live Nation. We are willing and able to stand with other partner states to continue litigating this case without the federal government so that we can hold Live Nation accountable in court and secure appropriate relief in this case.
“As state attorneys general and antitrust enforcers, we are fully committed to protecting our citizens from illegal monopolies and restoring competition to the live music marketplace.
States continuing the case against Live Nation include Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhone Island, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the District of Columbia. Click here for a copy of the motion.