Overview
A proposed class action challenging alleged no-hire arrangements between Saks and luxury concessionaires.
Allegations / Issues Presented
Plaintiffs alleged an agreement that unlawfully restricted employee mobility and suppressed compensation. The allegations were contested. The U.S. Department of Justice participated as amicus on appeal.
Procedural History & Current Status
The district court dismissed the claims. The Second Circuit affirmed the dismissal on March 13, 2025. The appellate analysis addressed, among other issues, the alleged vertical/horizontal nature of the restrictions and timeliness.
Company Position / Context
The dismissal and affirmance mean the plaintiffs did not obtain a merits judgment imposing liability on Brunello Cucinelli USA in this action.
Primary & Public Sources
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