Lucas v. CITIZENS COMMUNICATIONS CO.

ORDER GRANTING DEFENDANTS’ MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT

GILLMOR, Chief Judge.

Plaintiff alleges that Defendants’ practice of imposing maximum price restrictions in its rebate program for the installation of solar water heaters on the island of Kauai violates state and federal antitrust law. Plaintiff also alleges a cause of action for defamation. Defendants have moved for summary judgment on all claims.

For the reasons set forth below, Defendants are entitled to summary judgment on the federal and state antitrust claims and the defamation claim. Defendants’ Motion for Summary Judgment is GRANTED.

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