Antitrust Statement

Policy Statement

The Mid-Valley Claims Association is committed to full compliance with all applicable federal and state antitrust laws. These laws are designed to preserve a competitive economy and promote fair competition. Our association and its members must conduct all activities in strict accordance with these principles.

Prohibited Conduct

Members of the Mid-Valley Claims Association shall not engage in any discussions, agreements, or activities that could be perceived as:

• Price fixing or establishing uniform pricing practices
• Allocating markets, territories, or customers among competitors
• Boycotting or refusing to deal with particular vendors, suppliers, or customers
• Restricting or limiting production, services, or capacity
• Bid rigging or coordinating competitive bids
• Exchanging competitively sensitive information such as pricing, costs, or business strategies

Meeting Guidelines

At all association meetings, conferences, and events, participants should:

• Follow prepared agendas that have been reviewed for antitrust compliance
• Avoid discussions of specific prices, fees, or compensation practices
• Refrain from discussing individual company business plans or strategies
• Not share information about specific customers or contractual terms
• Report any concerns about potential antitrust violations to association leadership

Permitted Activities

The association encourages legitimate professional activities including:

• Educational programs on industry developments and best practices
• Professional development and continuing education
• Networking opportunities that do not involve competitive discussions
• Advocacy on legislative and regulatory matters affecting the industry
• Development of voluntary professional standards and ethics guidelines

Member Responsibility

Each member is personally responsible for ensuring their conduct complies with antitrust laws. If you have questions about whether a particular activity or discussion may raise antitrust concerns, please consult with your own legal counsel or contact the association leadership for guidance.

Consequences of Violations

Violations of antitrust laws can result in severe penalties including criminal prosecution, substantial fines, and civil liability for both individuals and organizations. The Mid-Valley Claims Association takes antitrust compliance seriously and expects all members to do the same.