The now iconic image and phrase “Je Suis Charlie” (French for “I am Charlie”), created by French artist Joachim Roncin, has become the rallying call against the terror attacks at French newspaper Charlie Hebdo, where 12 people were killed by extremists. The simple but powerful … [Read more...] about Roncin Against Je Suis Charlie Trademark
Unpaid Interns in Sports and Entertainment
It is generally accepted that the path to a career in the sports and entertainment industries begins with an unpaid internship performing menial tasks, through which up-and-comers receive an opportunity to view the industry from the inside, make valuable connections, and, … [Read more...] about Unpaid Interns in Sports and Entertainment
Sony Pictures Hack
According to Fox News, there may be a connection between the hack on Sony Pictures’ computer network and North Korea. Apparently, the malware that was placed on the computers was written in Korean; however, some think that this was a purposeful attempt to confuse investigators as … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Hack
Ray Rice Wins Appeal of Indefinite Suspension
According to ESPN, former Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice won his appeal of his indefinite suspension from the NFL on Friday. In her decision, United States District Judge Barbara S. Jones concluded that Rice did not lie or mislead Roger Goodell in Rice’s June interview … [Read more...] about Ray Rice Wins Appeal of Indefinite Suspension
Interview with Professor Peter Carfagna
The Journal on Sports and Entertainment Law recently sat down with Harvard Law School Professor Peter Carfagna to discuss current issues in sports law. A portion of that interview is transcribed here. In addition to teaching several sports law related courses, Professor … [Read more...] about Interview with Professor Peter Carfagna