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
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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
More Victims Step Forward in the Bill Cosby Suit
According to CBS News, former model Janice Dickinson is the sixth woman to step forward with allegations of sexual assault against Bill Cosby. The first claim was made in January 2005, by Andrea Constand. The former Temple University basketball team staff member asserted that … [Read more...] about More Victims Step Forward in the Bill Cosby Suit
FIFA Files Criminal Complaint Concerning World Cup Hosting Rights
According to Sports Illustrated, FIFA has submitted a criminal complaint to Switzerland’s attorney general concerning the hosting rights of the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. The complaint alleges improper transfer of assets through Switzerland and calls for an … [Read more...] about FIFA Files Criminal Complaint Concerning World Cup Hosting Rights
Breakdown Services Lawsuit
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Breakdown Services is seeking a preliminary injunction against three individuals--Frank Moran, Louise Yanofsky and Steven Rubin--who manipulated the system to bypass a credential check. Breakdown Services receives scripts and requests for … [Read more...] about Breakdown Services Lawsuit