Buss family engages in court battle over control of the Lakers
Following the installation of Magic Johnson as general manager of the Lakers, and the removal of Jim Buss, the family now goes to court to see who should control the Lakers. [...]
Sports Law
PomPomGate?
The NFL’s attempt to suppress wages of their cheerleaders may violate the Anti-trust act. [...]
Latent injuries could lead to more benefits for NFL veterans.
Fred Taylor’s recent discovery of latent injuries as a result of playing football could be the catalyst that requires the NFL to require more benefits. [...]
Holdouts amongst NFL rookies continue due to offset language and deferred compensation.
Thirty-one of 32 free agents from the first round of the NFL draft have signed contracts. However, the last remaining rookie to be signed, Joey Bosa, highlights the most recent impediments to resolving NFL rookie contracts. [...]
Do national letters of intent perform a service or disservice?
With binding terms and little room for negotiation, national letters of intent may do more harm than good for college athletes. [...]
Aqib Talib pulls a Plaxico Burress.
How one of the top defensive players in the NFL could face serious gun charges as well as disciplinary action. [...]