Live Nation has been found liable in its blockbuster antitrust trial , a remarkable verdict that has the potential to completely reshape the live-entertainment industry, per The New York Times . The jury deliberated for four days before deciding that the company operated as a monopoly that broke antitrust laws. The more than 30 states suing Live Nation and Ticketmaster were ultimately able to persuade the jury that the company constituted a monopoly with their dominant positions in ticketing,