Case Overview: A class action claim has been issued against Microsoft by Alexander Wolfson, alleging that the company abused its market dominance by restricting competition in the market for pre-owned software licenses. This conduct is said to have inflated the prices of both new and pre-owned Microsoft software licenses.
Claimants: The claim is brought on behalf of all UK-domiciled individuals and legal entities (including public bodies) that purchased licenses for specific Microsoft software products like Microsoft Office and Windows.
Potential Damages: The claim is estimated to be worth billions of pounds.
Key People Involved:
- Alexander Wolfson (Proposed Class Representative)
- Kate Pollock, Stuart Carson, and Marc Jones (Stewarts)
- Counsel teams at Monckton and Matrix Chambers
- Harbour (Funding)
Allegations: Microsoft’s restrictive licensing practices effectively shut down competition and inflated prices.
Further Information: You can find more details at MicrosoftClaim.com.