McCANN: Assessing the impact of the latest Clemens allegations May 2, 2008
Michael McCann: McCreadyunlikely to be tipping point in Clemens' defamation suit - Michael McCann - SI.com. Posted: Tuesday April 29, 2008 2:13PM; Updated: Tuesday April 29, 2008 2:13PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
WADA drops doping case vs. American sprinter Jenkins Apr 23, 2008
Jenkins was defended by the Valparaiso University Sports Law Clinic. "It was a good day for athletes,'' said Michael Straubel, a Valparaiso Law School Professor who argued the case along with four university law students.Jenkins had been coached by Trevor Graham, who is charged with three felony counts of making false statements to federal investigators. The government has accused him of lying in 2004 when he denied distributing steroids or telling his athletes where they could get them. He is... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Lessons learnedLondon 2012 Olympic security team take on torch protest lessons Apr 11, 2008
"Could the route have been shortened? This is one of the issues I am reflecting on," he told the BBC at a World Sports Law Report event in London. "Our tactical plan worked. It was to protect the torch and bearer and to make sure it went through the route. It did, and on time. The majority came to watch the torch, but we were subject to constant intrusion which made things difficult Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner Tarique Ghaffur Police had a priority to protect the safety of those... (BBC News -- UK)
'Shea' It Ain't So: Final Season for Stadium Named After N.Y. Lawyer Apr 9, 2008
" After the merger, McGrath says the firm began doing more transactional work, picking up longtime clients like Bear Stearns, Chemical Bank, Touche Ross and Toys "R" Us. Shea's presence meant the firm's sports roots also ran deep -- McGrath says the firm helped the New York Knicks get their original tax exemption for Madison Square Garden -- and many Shea alumni have gone on to prominent roles with New York teams. (The former head of the firm's sports law practice, Lonn Trost, is COO of the New... (Law.com)
Stinson's Lattinville joins sports agent practice with Premier Apr 7, 2008
the law firm that represents Williams and a long list of other elite coaches, is combining the coaching segment of its sports law practice with that of to form a powerhouse coaching agency called. Stinson's sports law practice group is chaired in St. Louis by partner Bob Lattinville. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Hardball Capital goes for another home run Mar 28, 2008
Schoen, vice chairman and CEO of , and Freier, formerly of the law firm of Bondurant, , hope to parlay their love of baseball, and their expertise in commercial real estate and sports law into what they expect to be a company that owns, operates and, in some cases, builds mixed-use facilities for as many as five teams. A prime example of the company's blossoming business concept is their real estate development for the Fort Wayne, Ind. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
After 24 years, Gilleran stepping down as WCC commissioner Mar 6, 2008
He would like to teach sports management or sports law and joked that he might return to WCC games as a fan to yell at the officials. He has been with the West Coast Conference 24 years and it's grown so much during his tenure, said second-year Saint Mary's athletic director Mark Orr. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
SCHOLARSHIP FLAP: Recruit files suit over rescinded offer Mar 1, 2008
"This is the first one that I'm aware of of this type where an athlete has actually proceeded to file a lawsuit," said Wake Forest law professor Timothy Davis, an expert in contract and sports law ... Sports law scholars will watch this case closely, because it could set a legal precedent. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Elmore: Former NBA player, Harvard grad to discuss sports law Feb 29, 2008
Elmore, founder of Precept Sports tainment, Inc. and an NBA veteran, is a prominent figure in sports law and broadcasting ... "He's a prominent sports law attorney, and it's an honor to have such a prestigious speaker come." ... He has also given his time to several non-profit boards including The University of Maryland, College Park Board of Trustees in which he served as the marketing committee chair, The Sports Lawyers Association and the NBA Retired Players Association in which he currently... (Daily Orange, NY)
Congress again raises possibility of drug sports law Feb 28, 2008
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Students learn to negotiate salaries Feb 26, 2008
Smeal's Center for Sports Business Research and Dickinson's Institute for Sports Law, Policy, and Research hosted the mock salary arbitration meeting last night. Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Freddy Sanchez's salary was the topic of debate as Pirates Vice President and General Counsel Larry Silverman overheard the presentations. (Daily Collegian, PA)
NCAA remains reluctant to levy 'death penalty' Feb 26, 2008
"If they put a school on the death penalty, I would say it's 99% certain they would get sued," says Gary Roberts, dean of Indiana's law school in Indianapolis and an expert on sports law. Parkinson insists legal threats have little bearing on the subcommittee's deliberations. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sampson to keep coaching as Indiana investigates Feb 16, 2008
Rick Karcher, a sports law expert at Florida Coastal School of Law, warned that "these are just allegations" and said that if IU fired Sampson right away, it could expose the school to a wrongful-termination lawsuit. He said IU would be in a stronger position to fire Sampson with a decision against the coach from the NCAA Committee on Infractions. (USA Today -- Sports)
Clemens denies HGH use before Congress; McNamee repeats accusations Feb 14, 2008
"Clemens may have decided that it is worse for him to lose [face], so he will stick to his story and attempt to save face no matter the consequences," says Jeffrey Standen, a sports law expert and professor at the Willamette University College of Law in Salem Ore. in an e-mail response to a reporter's inquiry. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Yeatman is charged with DUI, recklessness Feb 7, 2008
Notre Dame tight end Will Yeatman of San Diego was charged yesterday with misdemeanor counts of drunken driving and criminal recklessness after allegedly driving a car on a campus sidewalk with his headlights off in the early morning hours. The charges were filed a day after Yeatman, a 19-year-old sophomore from Rancho Bernardo High, was suspended indefinitely from the football and lacrosse teams for an undisclosed violation of team policy. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Rodriguez defends his departure from WVU Jan 26, 2008
" Rodriguez wrote that he also felt duped into that $4 million buyout when originally signing a term sheet Dec. 8, 2006, when the extension was first reached to prevent him from jumping to Alabama. He said that university officials told him then that the donors who funded his new deal demanded such a hefty price tag, and he said he later discovered the donors hadn't asked for it. Wakefield, however, said Garrison made no such statement Aug. 24 about changing the buyout terms. "The university's... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
News Releases Jan 24, 2008
com Official Auction - Associate A.D. Scott Schuhmann Honored by Tulsa Athletics Hall of Fame - Stanford Stadium New Video Board - Stadium Video Board - - Symposium on 'Diversity Dialogue: Issues in Athletics' to Include Dr. Ted Leland - Stanford University Announces Renovation Of Maples Pavilion - Mike Izzi Named Associate Athletics Director for Development - Stanford Athletics, Stanford Law School To Host Sports Law Conference - Stanford And 910 KNEW Radio Form Partnership For Football And... (Gostanford.com)
Heat is on drug cheats Jan 22, 2008
the more we will have evidence that the doping control process is effective, said Jeannet, who is a consultant on anti-doping for the sports law department of his French international law firm. At the 1980 Moscow Olympics, only one athlete was caught cheating at a time when institutionalised doping was rife. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Selig, Fehr to testify in House hearing on drug testing Jan 15, 2008
Stephen F. Ross, director of Penn State's Institute for Sports Law, Policy and Research, says Congress is doing the right thing: "This is about public policy toward drugs in sports. Millions of Americans care deeply about sports. If fans are upset about this issue, it's a legitimate use of Congress and not a waste of time.". The committee, chaired by Rep. (USA Today -- Sports)
Loyola Law School Dean David W. Burcham Named Provost of Loyola Marymount University Jan 11, 2008
Burcham also worked with professors to establish programs in their core areas of expertise, including the Center for the Study of Law ide, the Civil Justice Program, the Distinguished William J. Landers Lecture on Prosecutorial Ethics, the Fidler Institute on Criminal Justice, the IP Special Focus Series, the Journalist Law School, the Sports Law Institute and others. Burcham made great strides to grow the law school financially. (PR Newswire)
Court told to drop Sports Law article Jan 9, 2008
A lawmaker and a governor have asked the Constitutional Court to review and annul an article of the Sports Law deemed contradictory to the spirit of the 1945 Constitution. Head of Commission E on Welfare affairs at the East Java Legislative Council Saleh Ismail Mukadar and South Sumatra Governor Syahrial Oesman on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against the 2005 Law on the National Sports System. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
Doping charges dismissed against Jenkins Dec 22, 2007
The decision marks the first time an athlete has won an arbitration appeal of a doping charge brought by USADA, according to a media release by Valparaiso University Sports Law Clinic, whose director represented Jenkins in the case ... It's a good day for athletes, Michael Straubel, director of the Sports Law Clinic, said in a statement. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Mitchell evidence flimsy, experts say Dec 21, 2007
"I don't think you could convict somebody on the evidence he has," said Howard Wasserman, who teaches evidence at the Florida International University College of Law and writes about sports law. "There were a couple that were really weak, the ones where it was just (one person's) word and nothing else. But there is a pretty good circumstantial case for a lot of them.". (Albany Times Union)
Mitchell Report full of circumstantial evidence Dec 20, 2007
I don't think you could convict somebody on the evidence he has,'' said Howard Wasserman, who teaches evidence at the Florida International University College of Law and writes about sports law ... The players' association would contest what appears to be a pretty low threshold to punish players,'' said Michael McCann, who teaches at the Mississippi College School of Law and contributes to the Sports Law Blog. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Opinion divided on Mitchell report's impact in Bonds' trial Dec 16, 2007
One new item of prospective evidence uncovered by Mitchell might not be of much interest to prosecutors, said Brian Socolow, a sports law expert in New York. Mitchell quoted Giants owner Peter Magowan as telling him that in 2004 Bonds admitted he had taken substances that he later learned were steroids. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Mitchell Report raises fresh questions Dec 15, 2007
"It seems extraordinarily unlikely that there weren't other networks they didn't get into," Haagen, who teaches sports law, said about the probe that had no subpoena power and struggled with a lack of cooperation from active major league players ... "The recourse for players who think they were unfairly named is to bring a defamation action against the investigators or MLB," sports lawyer Brian Socolow of New York firm Loeb said. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Breaking down the Vick sentence Dec 11, 2007
He specializes in sports law. Top Photo Galleries. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Students of the Month Nov 28, 2007
The classes this internship related to in my program included sports marketing, sports law and sports finance. Some of the opportunities I received at Rawlings included: handling promotions and market research at the Men's and Women's College World Series and the Babe Ruth League World Series; competitive and internal product analysis for all major sporting goods companies; being involved with the marketing plans for the first annual high school and collegiate Rawlings Gold Glove award winners;... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Random testing to begin on LPGA Tour Nov 15, 2007
The LPGA said she has published numerous legal articles on sports law, drug testing procedures and Olympic Games arbitration. Other details of the LPGA Tour plan. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
A-Rod's Salary: Watching for Collusion Nov 14, 2007
"The fact that one player doesn't get what he wants that's not even close to collusion ," says Rick Karcher, a sports law professor at Florida Coastal School of Law. Minus a smoking gun, A-Rod shouldn't expect much help from the arbitrators. (Time.com)
Saluki Athletics and School of Law announce externship placement opportunity Oct 25, 2007
School of Law Clinic Director, Mary Rudasill, said the program is a good fit for those interested in sports law. "For many years we've had students interested in athletics, and the externship program will allow them to learn about NCAA compliance up-close.". (Siusalukis.com)
Controller: Sports teams get $21 million tax break Oct 23, 2007
The public ownership of stadiums and arenas that are largely controlled by sports teams is far from unique to Pittsburgh, said Paul Anderson, associate director of the National Sports Law Institute at Marquette University Law School. "Teams don't own facilities. That's very normal," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Many With UMass Ties Among 100 Most Influential Sports Educators In U.S. Oct 19, 2007
A nationally prominent educator in the field of legal issues in sports, he is the author of over 100 articles in leading law and business journals and several influential volumes, including Law and the Business of the Sports Industries and Essentials of Sports Law, which will appear in its fourth edition in 2008 ... "Glenn Wong is the leader in sports law textbooks in academia and his books are the standard for the Industry," proclaimed the award's citation. (Umassathletics.com)
China promises anti-doping, clean Olympics Oct 18, 2007
Liu, a delegate to the week-long 17th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, said China pays close attention to anti-doping and has banned exhilarant in its sports law. Liu said his administration and all its provincial branches have signed anti-doping contracts with their athletes. (Xinhuanet, China)
Female athletes file lawsuit against Lewistown District 97 Oct 17, 2007
and Professor Ray Yasser, who is a professor of Sports Law at the University of Tulsa College of Law, and who has also written extensively on the subject of equality, are representing the students and the parents in the lawsuit, which was filed in federal court in Peoria on Oct. 3. "The law is so clear and so strong" that in most cases the defendants are willing to comply after they have examined the law, Schiller said today. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Faculties examine role in big-school athletics Oct 16, 2007
"About 95% of our discussion is centered on football and basketball at big-time schools, and what we've got here is primarily a commercial enterprise," said Gary Roberts, dean of the Indiana law school and former director of the sports law program at Tulane. "They're not in the education culture anymore, they're in the entertainment culture, and the values are very different. "There are a lot of little things faculty can do to make sure student-athletes are not exploited, but (in broader terms),... (USA Today -- Sports)
Athletics reform losing traction Oct 16, 2007
On a list topped with resources for research, intercollegiate athletics ranked 12th -- above only "Greek Life."Much of the faculty "is afraid this is a completely corrupt process and, if you get involved, you're going to get dirty," said Paul Haagen, a Duke University law professor and co-director of the school's Center for Sports Law and Policy. Faculty members argue "the reality is that it just sucks time away from what I get paid to do -- research and teaching," said Scott Adler, an associate... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Welcome party?Third-party investment in footballers remains a controversial issue Oct 13, 2007
But there could be conditions of the transfer that could be agreed with the investor," he told delegates at a World Sports Law Report event in London. THIRD-PARTY OWNERSHIP Investor holds part of commercial rights to a player Rights can be owned by individual, firm, bank or fund Investor can help a cash-strapped club buy player Deal allows investor to make return if player sold on Investor not allowed to dictate transfer policy Investor cannot hold the player's registration Investor can also buy... (BBC News -- Business)
Suit against MSG to send message, experts say Oct 4, 2007
I dont think it will fail to resonate across the world of professional sports, Fred Nance, a sports law attorney who represents NBA star LeBron James, said Wednesday. Thats the message Browne Sanders was hoping to send. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Thomas case isn't over quite yet Oct 3, 2007
He specializes in sports law. McCann can be reached at mmccann@mc. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Desiree Reed-Francois Named USF Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations/Senior Women's Administrator Oct 2, 2007
An accomplished legal mind and teacher, Reed-Francois taught Sports Law at Santa Clara University and at Lincoln Law School. Additionally, Reed-Francois developed staff seminars, and assisted with the Stanford University Sports Law Summit ... Reed-Francois is a former member of the Stanford University Sports Law Symposium Committee, the NCAA Committee on Initial Eligibility, the State Bar of California Committee on Ethnic Minorities and frequently lectures on sports law. (Usfdons.com)
Superdome sparks rebirth (Dec. 29, 2005) Sep 26, 2007
It is important, psychologically and economically, that the 30-year-old Superdome reopen as soon as possible, says Gary Roberts, deputy dean of the Tulane Law School and director of the university's sports law program. "The 'Dome signifies that New Orleans is a major league city," he says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Vaughn v. Imus Aug 17, 2007
SI.com caught up with Mississippi College School of Law professor Michael McCann, who is a frequent contributor to a on sports law, about the lawsuit Rutgers center Kia Vaughn's filed against Don Imus. SI.com: On what grounds is Kia Vaughn suing on. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Criminal Justice Degrees are in Demand Aug 12, 2007
You'll learn about the relationship of the legal system to business, government and society as you study subjects such as economics; state, local and national government; environmental law and practice; e-commerce; sports law; and patents, trademarks and copyrights. Cybersecurity-Cybercrime investigations and forensics. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Attorney: Vick might be finished Jul 28, 2007
Michael Vick could end up both in jail and wounded financially because of his alleged involvement in dogfighting, according to a San Diego attorney with expertise in sports law. The attorney, Jim Godes, said the U.S. Attorney's office is very careful before it issues an indictment such as the one in the Vick matter. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Ex-NFL Player's Workers' Comp Bid Fumbles in Case of First Impression Jul 24, 2007
Brian Michael Cooper, a Houston attorney who is of counsel at Haynes and Boone and practices sports law, says the issue of injured professional sports players is becoming more prominent, because there are more older players now who have health problems caused by their playing in professional sports. "It's become an issue, particularly in the last six months," says Cooper, who is not involved in Hennings. (Law.com)
First Canadian elected to head U.S.-based Sports Lawyers Association Jul 23, 2007
RESTON, VA, July 23 /CNW/ - Toronto sports and entertainment lawyer, Gord Kirke, has been elected for a two-year term as President of the U.S.-based Sports Lawyers Association, (SLA) ... The SLA is a non-profit, international, professional organization whose common goal is the understanding, advancement and ethical practice of sports law ... Gord has been a sports lawyer for over 30 years, a professor of Sports Law at the Faculty of Law, University of Toronto, since 1985, and at Osgoode Hall Law... (Canada Newswire)
NFL Quarterback Turns to Longtime Lawyer After Dogfighting Charges Jul 19, 2007
firm of Shuttleworth, Ruloff, Swain, Haddad ock where he specializes in criminal trial defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, entertainment law and sports law. He is certified as an agent with the National Football League and the National Basketball Association, according to the firm's Web site. (Law.com)
Vick's Legal Issues Could Hound Falcons Jul 19, 2007
"It's an incredibly difficult decision for the team," said NYU professor Robert Boland, who teaches sports law, is an active sports agent and also has worked in the past on an animal crimes task force in New York. "The broader issue in sports is the bad behavior of players and its impact on fans and sponsors," Boland said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Running back plays starring role in city's revitalization Jul 15, 2007
It's not uncommon for athletes to fail financially, said Michael McCann, assistant professor of sports law at Mississippi College. "A lot of players make so much money in such a short time that they don't adjust well to their postcareer income," he said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Hawaii golf phenom going pro at age 16 Jul 13, 2007
" The family has retained Kevin Bell, an intellectual property law specialist at the Virginia law firm of Patton Boggs, to serve as attorney and agent. Bell has "also developed a practice in the area of sports law and negotiations, with a current focus on professional golf," according to the firm's Web site. Bell, recommended by a family friend, has been advising the Fujikawas about their options to protect Tadd's amateur status. Now, it will be quite different. FOLLOWING MICHELLE Fujikawa is... (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Golden' goalSporting and economic benefits to England of hosting World Cup Jul 12, 2007
Mr Caborn was talking to the BBC at a World Sports Law Report seminar on the issue of sport governance, to discuss the extent to which outside bodies - such as the European Union - can legislate in sporting matters. "Sport has to show it can respond to the changing world, and say 'we are in the real commercial world', as it is now a globalised industry. "The commercialisation of sport, especially football, has moved at a pace that no one could have envisaged. (BBC News -- Business)
100-day countdown begins for Military Games Jul 9, 2007
SUNDAY, JULY 08, 2007 06:30:34 PM. HYDERABAD: The 100-day countdown to the fourth Military World Games (MWG) began here Sunday with the launching of Greening India campaign and flagging-off of two car rallies to promote the October 14-21 event. (Economic Times)
Firm Pictures Hollywood In Florida Jun 27, 2007
" Ambler said he was limited in discussing the project because he didn't want to create barriers to land acquisition or negotiations for the project. "The word that Florida has successfully put out is that we are trying to develop our film and entertainment business, trying to build the next great Hollywood of the country," Ambler said, describing Capital Plus's interest in Florida. Hagan said his meeting with Ambler lasted about 10 minutes and that he considered Ambler's proposal "very... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Fathering tradition Jun 18, 2007
A lawyer at Choate, Hall & Stewart, Bullard has forged a career in sports law, beginning with an assist to a friend negotiating a loan to the Bruins. Soon enough, Bullard was brokering deals (loans, mergers, acquisitions) for a number of professional sports leagues. (Boston Globe)
SA Rugby threatened with new sports law Jun 15, 2007
South African rugby has been threatened with the new Sports Law unless its "complexion" changes soon. Butana Komphela, ANC chair of the parliamentary portfolio committee for sport and recreation, said here during a meeting with SA rugby administrators that teams that failed to transform satisfactorily, and by doing so transgressed the law, would be fined. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Ray Willis: The Time is Now Jun 15, 2007
She was the one who taught a sports law class to some of her husband s teammates, who complained back to Ray about the workload. It was Kimberly who laboriously went through the lists of agents so that Ray could focus on football, and the eventual selection of Bill Johnson was as much hers as his. (SeahawksInsider.com)
Steve Slaton, Pat White summer diary Jun 9, 2007
Right now, I'm taking a class in sports law, which is required for my athletic coaching education major. It's just all about law and cases related to sports, a lot of different examples from cases of the past. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Read more... Jun 8, 2007
Bonds' antagonistic relationship with fans and sports writers, and the fact that many of his home runs were hit "in the era of the juiced player," has led today's public to question whether it wants "such a player to become the face of its most cherished record," said Haagen, a sports law expert. "Such deep ambivalence is to be expected when baseball is struggling to deal with the use of performance-enhancing drugs, both in its past and in the present, as one of its most visible stars pursues... (PNN Online)
Donovan nearer to Gators return Jun 6, 2007
That would appear to be a reasonable provision, said Thomas Ramsberger, adjunct professor of sports law at Stetson University's College of Law in St. Petersburg. "From straight contract law theory, I think that's enforceable, " Ramsberger said. (St. Petersburg Times)
Blumenfeld Kaplan & Sandweiss acquired by Stinson May 23, 2007
The firm comprises attorneys with extensive experience in real estate law, mergers and acquisitions, labor and employment, business litigation, financial services, health care, sports law and products liability. Blumenfeld was established in St. Louis in 1950 by John Blumenfeld, a prominent real estate attorney who continues to be active with the firm. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
'Pacman' lawyers discuss NFL appeal May 9, 2007
Vice chancellor David Williams teaches a sports law class at Vanderbilt that studies current events. He also oversees the school's athletics and has followed Jones' case. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Other NFL arrests cited in appeal of Pacman ban May 8, 2007
Vice Chancellor David Williams teaches a sports law class at Vanderbilt University that studies current events, oversees the school's athletics and has followed Jones' case. He said the argument is trying to show inconsistent treatment but consistency is only needed at any given moment. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Arresting imageAs concerns over player conduct rise, a review of crime reports shows arrest rates are consistent with general population, and DUIs dominate Apr 23, 2007
It makes sense for these guys to take a cab or take a limo, said Dan Lazaroff, director of the Sports Law Institute at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. I don't know why you'd want to put yourself in harm's way. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
We have basis but no leader to develop sports: Sport guru Apr 23, 2007
"During Yudhoyono's tenure, a sports law was passed in 2005 and the National Sports Council (KONI) started to involve its provincial chapters and clubs in boosting sports development nationwide. The President also initiated the 3S program, which relates to the sporting community, sports funds and sports centers," he told The Jakarta Post on the weekend. "But one problem remains. Who should follow up these policies and programs? "The sports minister should be the one in charge of the development... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
