Introduction The Coase Theorem, first articulated by Nobel laureate Ronald Coase in his landmark 1960 paper “The Problem of Social Cost,” remains one of the most influential ideas in law,
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Environmental Law Through the Lens of EconomicsEnvironmental Law Through the Lens of Economics
Introduction Environmental law governs how societies interact with natural resources, pollution, and ecological systems. Traditionally viewed as a domain of legal doctrine and policy, environmental law increasingly benefits from insights
The Law and Economics of Mergers and AcquisitionsThe Law and Economics of Mergers and Acquisitions
Introduction Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) represent one of the most significant forms of corporate restructuring, reshaping industries, and altering market dynamics. From a legal and economic perspective, M&A transactions are
Economic Analysis of Price-Fixing and CartelsEconomic Analysis of Price-Fixing and Cartels
Introduction Price-fixing and cartels represent some of the most significant threats to competitive markets. By colluding to set prices, restrict output, or divide markets, firms undermine the benefits of competition,
Law and Economic Inequality: Can Regulation Reduce the Gap?Law and Economic Inequality: Can Regulation Reduce the Gap?
Introduction Economic inequality is one of the defining challenges of the 21st century. The widening gap between the wealthy and the poor has profound social, political, and economic consequences. While