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Antitrust & Trade Reg.

Nov. 14, 2025

Trial likely in Taylor Swift ticketing lawsuit, dismissal bid falters

A federal judge indicated claims against Live Nation and Ticketmaster over the Eras Tour ticket fiasco may proceed to trial, tentatively denying parts of their dismissal motion after extensive antitrust and fraud arguments.

Trial likely in Taylor Swift ticketing lawsuit, dismissal bid falters
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A case alleging monopolization and fraud against Taylor Swift fans by Live Nation and Ticketmaster is likely heading to trial after a federal judge tentatively denied portions of the ticketing companies' motion to dismiss on Thursday.

U.S. District Judge George H. Wu took the motion under submission after hearing arguments from the parties.

"I don't think that anybody disputes that the ticketing situation for the Eras Tour was, if one would characterize it in...

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