DR & AJU represented the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) in a lawsuit for damages against five oil companies for prior collusion during the bidding process for military fuel supply.

This case is meaningful as the first domestic lawsuit for damages resulting from collusion. Following the court ruling, KRW 135.5 billion in damages was fully awarded to the national treasury on August 20.

DR & AJU’s Partner Dong Yang CHO represented the DAPA (the plaintiff), while Kim & Chang, Bae, Kim & LEE, and Lee & Ko represented the five oil companies (the defendants). This case provided us with valuable experience and expertise in handling damage claims related to collusion. Additionally, it is expected that claims for damages against colluding entities by victims, such as states or consumers, will continue to increase.  

Please click the link below to see the news article related to this case. (Korean)

13년만에 결론난 군납유류 입찰담합…정유5사 1355억 배상