The portal giant countered arguments Compass had made in its complaint alleging antitrust activity and more, and asked the court to deny a request for a preliminary injunction that would prevent enforcement of Zillow’s new listing standards.
Source: Inman News
Zillow slams Compass’ ‘hidden listing scheme’ in new court filing
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