Investigation and pending class action lawsuit against Toys 'R' Us, Inc., claiming Toys 'R' Us conspired with several major manufacturers of baby products, including Peg Perego, Medela, Baby Bjorn and Britax, in anticompetitive agreements for the purpose of price-fixing, unreasonably restraining trade, and illegally maintaining and enhancing Toys 'R' Us' monopoly power.
Specifically, the class action complaint claims Toys 'R' Us and several baby product manufacturers violated provisions of the Sherman Antitrust Act by conspiring to inflate prices of high-end baby products, including car seats, strollers, high chairs, crib bedding, breast pumps and infant carriers.
The suit is asking the court to end what it claims are anti-competitive activities and seeks damages caused by the Toys 'R' Us action.
Defendant Details
Name (Stock Symbol)
Brief Description
Toys R Us, Inc.
Toys R Us, Inc. operates over 1,500 retail stores focusing on toys and baby products.
Peg Perego
Peg Perego manufactures baby products and toys.
Medela
Medela manufacturers breast feeding pumps, other nursing related products and medical devices.
BabyBjorn
BabyBjorn manufactures and sells products for baby and toddler care. Its offers 20 products in 30 countries.
Britax International Ltd
Britax International Ltd designs, manufactures and sells child car seats.