Investigation of Potential Class Action Against Google, Inc. and on Behalf of Application Developers For Android OS Devices
Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (“Kessler Topaz”) is investigating a potential consumer class action lawsuit on behalf of developers that sell their applications via Google Play. Specifically, Kessler Topaz is investigating whether Google, Inc. (“Google”) has engaged in an anticompetitive scheme to monopolize the market for Android OS applications. Google’s market power may have allowed it to overcharge commissions and underpay its application developers.
Google may insist that Android OS device owners purchase applications and in-app products only through Google Play. Meaning, Google Play may be the sole way in which Android owners can purchase applications and in-app products. As such, Google Play may be exclusive and anti-competitive by design. To reach Android OS device owners, developers may have no choice but to sell applications through Google Play.
Kessler Topaz is investigating whether Google prohibits its developers from selling in alternative venues. Further, Kessler Topaz is investigating whether Google’s monopolization of the application market may have enabled Google to overcharge developers with unreasonable commissions, fees and pricing structures.
If you are an application developer and would like to learn more about our investigation, please fill out our online form or contact us today at 888-299-7706 or info@ktmc.com.