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December 05, 2024
NCAA's NIL Settlement 'Illegal' In Many States, Lawmakers Say
The National Collegiate Athletic Association's $2.78 billion settlement with athletes over name, image and likeness compensation, now awaiting final court approval, would be "illegal" in several states because of their current NIL laws, a group of current and former lawmakers said Thursday.
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December 05, 2024
SpaceX Seeks Astronomical $350B Value, And More Rumors
SpaceX is in discussions for a transaction that could value the rocket and spacecraft maker at about $350 billion, the private equity owner of Crunch Fitness could sell the health club at a $1.5 billion value, and the management group looking to buy the Japanese owner of 7-Eleven may launch an IPO. Here, Law360 breaks down these and other notable deal rumors from the past week.
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December 05, 2024
PrizePicks Faces Second Claim Of Fantasy Platform Ripoff
Atlanta-based sports betting platform PrizePicks has been hit with a second lawsuit in as many years from business-to-business sports tech company Vetnos, claiming Wednesday that PrizePicks ripped off its concept of daily fantasy betting games with the help of a former Vetnos employee.
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December 05, 2024
Insurer Beats Vegas Casino's COVID-19 Coverage Bid
The insurer of a Las Vegas hotel and casino did not breach its contract when it denied the resort's request for COVID-19 coverage, a Nevada federal court ruled, finding that a previous order conflicts with a state supreme court decision regarding coverage for pandemic-related losses.
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December 04, 2024
Amazon, Others Settle With Calif. Over Ex-Criminal Hiring Bias
The California Civil Rights Department has announced it has reached individual settlements with Amazon, Ikea, the Los Angeles Dodgers and other employers over allegations they unlawfully rejected otherwise qualified job applicants based on their criminal history.
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December 04, 2024
Live Nation Shields Legal Strategy Emails From DOJ Scrutiny
A Manhattan federal judge rejected the U.S. Department of Justice's bid to see emails between Live Nation Entertainment Inc. lawyers and counsel for arena operator Oak View Group, holding Wednesday that these communications discussed a joint legal strategy for the government's antitrust investigation.
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December 04, 2024
Mich. Justices Doubt Shareholder Agreement Bars Debt
A chorus of Michigan Supreme Court justices on Wednesday appeared skeptical that a sister could claim her brother's ski resort company breached an agreement for shareholder redemption by taking out debt that altered her share redemption price, pressing her attorney as to how the contract prevented the company from doing so.
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December 04, 2024
Penn State Eyes Ban, Atty Fees After Trial Win Against Retailer
The Pennsylvania State University has asked a federal court in the Keystone State to permanently block an online retailer and its owner from selling merchandise that a jury found infringed the university's trademarks, and said it is entitled to attorney fees from the "serial infringers."
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December 04, 2024
Homeless Vets Tell 9th Circ. To Deny Parking Access To UCLA
A class of homeless, disabled military veterans fought the Regents of the University of California's appeal of its rejected stay motion, arguing in the Ninth Circuit that the lower court made the right decision because the veterans urgently need supportive housing on a Los Angeles campus.
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December 04, 2024
LPGA, USGA Restrict Trans Golfer Eligibility
Golfers who were not "assigned female at birth" or who transitioned after going through male puberty have been banned from competition by the Ladies Professional Golf Association and the United States Golf Association under new policies governing transgender players announced by the organizations Wednesday.
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December 04, 2024
Ex-Poker Pro Pleads Guilty In Sports Betting Scheme
A former World Series of Poker champion pled guilty in New York federal court Wednesday to operating a yearslong scheme to bilk sports bettors by falsely claiming he could use insider knowledge to place bets for surefire payouts.
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December 04, 2024
3rd Circ. Preview: BetMGM Addiction Case Tops Dec. Lineup
The Third Circuit is set to determine if BetMGM online casino should face a lawsuit claiming it violated New Jersey consumer protection and gambling laws for allegedly enticing a man with a gambling problem to play its games.
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December 04, 2024
Simpson Thacher Leads Bruin's Launch Of New Soccer Agency
Private equity firm Bruin Capital is launching a new international soccer representation business, As1, with more than 300 athlete clients under the guidance of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, the law firm said Wednesday.
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December 03, 2024
Ex-Braves Blast Tax Court's 'Disregard' In Easement Fight
Two former Atlanta Braves players penalized for allegedly overstating the value of a conservation easement donation urged the Eleventh Circuit to toss the costly ruling against them, saying the U.S. Tax Court's decision showed "blatant disregard" for the appeal court's precedent in deciding the matter.
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December 03, 2024
Sanctions Stick Against Colorado Gear Seller And Its Attys
A Washington appellate court has upheld about $500,000 in sanctions against an equipment manufacturer and its former counsel, Sinars Slowikowski Tomaska LLP, for failing to disclose information in a dispute over a rock climber's fall at a Seattle gym — including a defense attorney's 38 visits to the accident site.
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December 03, 2024
NASCAR Calls Lawsuit Bluster Wrapped In 'Antitrust Garb'
NASCAR has encouraged a North Carolina federal court to toss a lawsuit filed by two racing teams, arguing their objection to the league's charter system is simply a misguided attempt to "dress up private business frustrations in antitrust garb."
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December 03, 2024
California Tribe Says Feds Didn't Consult On Casino Project
A California tribe is looking to block the U.S. Department of Interior from approving a casino project on its historic homelands, arguing that the federal government failed to consult it on the endeavor that will irreparably harm its sovereignty and its rights over sacred objects located on the site.
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December 03, 2024
McGuireWoods Grows DC Office With White Collar Duo
McGuireWoods LLP said Tuesday that it has hired the leader of litigation boutique McCool Law PLLC, marking the seventh partner with a history at the U.S. Department of Justice to join the firm this year.
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December 03, 2024
Nike Drops $4M Damages Bid In Air Jordan Knockoff Suit
Nike has dropped its bid for $4 million in damages from a small clothing company and its founder, who were blocked by a New Jersey federal judge last month from selling knockoffs of the brand's iconic Air Jordan 1 High sneakers.
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December 02, 2024
Kyrie Irving Owes $400K For Retreat Services, Therapist Says
A psychotherapist sued Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving in New York state court alleging he owes nearly $400,000 for services she provided for a North Dakota retreat this past summer, including additional counseling services after one of the participants tragically died during the event.
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December 02, 2024
DOJ, AGs Back Block Of ESPN Sport Streaming JV At 2nd Circ.
The Justice Department and a group of Democratic state attorneys general are backing a lower court injunction against a sports-only streaming service from ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery, telling the Second Circuit the sports giants can't claim they have a right to refuse dealing with rivals after joining forces.
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December 02, 2024
Trial Date Set In 3-Way Fight Over Historic Ohtani Baseball
A trial is now scheduled for one of two Florida state lawsuits to decide which of three baseball fans legally owns a home run ball hit by superstar Shohei Ohtani that was later auctioned off for $4.39 million.
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December 02, 2024
Apple, Google Hit With Class Claims Over Casino Apps
Apple Inc., Google LLC and several online casino companies are operating an illegal gambling enterprise through "sweepstakes casino" apps and websites, in violation of New Jersey gaming laws, consumer protection statutes and federal racketeering laws, according to proposed class claims.
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December 02, 2024
Ex-Soccer Boss Fears He'll Die While Fighting Conviction
The ailing former president of the Brazilian soccer federation urged a New York federal judge to rule on his petition to have his FIFA bribery conviction overturned, telling the court Monday that he could die before a scheduled January hearing on the issue.
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December 02, 2024
FIFA Says Saudi Arabia A Promising World Cup Host
FIFA has released a report saying Saudi Arabia's bid to host the men's 2034 World Cup is a "very strong" proposition with only "medium" human rights risks, moving the Middle Eastern country and single bidder closer to becoming the designee.
Expert Analysis
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Swimming Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Years of participation in swimming events, especially in the open water, have proven to be ideal preparation for appellate arguments in court — just as you must put your trust in the ocean when competing in a swim event, you must do the same with the judicial process, says John Kulewicz at Vorys.
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Should NIL Collectives Be Allowed Tax-Favored Status?
Arguments are being made for and against allowing organizations to provide charitable contribution tax deductions for donations used to compensate student-athletes, a practice with impacts on competition for student-athletes and overall tax fairness, but ultimately it is a question for Congress, say Andres Castillo and Barry Gogel at the University of Maryland School of Law.
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Game-Changing Decisions Call For New Rules At The NCAA
From a newly formed college players union to coaches transferring at the drop of a hat, the National College Athletic Association needs an overhaul, including federal supervision, says Frank Darras at DarrasLaw.
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Setting Goals For Kicking Corruption Off FIFA World Cup Field
The unprecedented tri-country nature of the 2026 men's World Cup will add to the complexity of an already complicated event, but best practices can help businesses stay on the right side of anti-corruption rules during this historic competition, say Sandra Moser and Emily Ahdieh at Morgan Lewis.
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Don't Use The Same Template For Every Client Alert
As the old marketing adage goes, consistency is key, but law firm style guides need consistency that contemplates variety when it comes to client alert formats, allowing attorneys to tailor alerts to best fit the audience and subject matter, says Jessica Kaplan at Legally Penned.
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Walking With My Dog Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Thanks to my dog Birdie, I've learned that carving out an activity different from the practice of law — like daily outdoor walks that allow you to interact with new people — can contribute to professional success by boosting creativity and mental acuity, as well as expanding your social network, says Sarah Petrie at the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office.
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Think Like A Lawyer: Follow The Iron Rule Of Trial Logic
Many diligent and eager attorneys include every good fact, point and rule in their trial narratives — spurred by the gnawing fear they’ll be second-guessed for leaving something out — but this approach ignores a fundamental principle of successful trial lawyering, says Luke Andrews at Poole Huffman.
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The Art Of Asking: Leveraging Your Contacts For Referrals
Though attorneys may hesitate to ask for referral recommendations to generate new business, research shows that people want to help others they know, like and trust, so consider who in your network you should approach and how to make the ask, says Rebecca Hnatowski at Edwards Advisory.
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9th Circ. Arbitration Ruling Could Have Int'l Implications
In Patrick v. Running Warehouse, the Ninth Circuit's recent matter-of-fact invocation of an unusual California rule in a domestic arbitration context raises choice of law questions, and could make California law a strategic option for some international arbitration parties, says Jerry Roth at FedArb.
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Being An Equestrian Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Beyond getting experience thinking on my feet and tackling stressful situations, the skills I've gained from horseback riding have considerable overlap with the skills used to practice law, particularly in terms of team building, continuing education, and making an effort to reset and recharge, says Kerry Irwin at Moore & Van Allen.
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4 Ways To Refresh Your Law Firm's Marketing Strategy
With many BigLaw firms relying on an increasingly obsolete marketing approach that prioritizes stiff professionalism over authentic connection, adopting a few key communications strategies to better connect with today's clients and prospects can make all the difference, say Eric Pacifici and Kevin Henderson at SMB Law.
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What Have We Learned In The Year Since Warhol?
In the almost year since the U.S. Supreme Court decided Andy Warhol Foundation v. Goldsmith, which was widely seen as potentially chilling to creative endeavors, seven subsequent decisions — while illuminating to some extent — do not indicate any trend toward a radical departure from prior precedents in fair use cases, says Jose Sariego at Bilzin Sumberg.
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Clemson's ACC Exit Fee Suit May Have Major Consequences
Clemson University's recent suit in South Carolina state court against the Atlantic Coast Conference, which challenges the ACC's $140 million exit fee and its ownership of member schools' media rights, would likely have enormous ramifications for ACC members in the event of a definitive court ruling, say William Sullivan and Alex Anderson at Pillsbury.
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Whitewater Kayaking Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Whether it's seeing clients and their issues from a new perspective, or staying nimble in a moment of intense challenge, the lessons learned from whitewater kayaking transcend the rapids of a river and prepare attorneys for the courtroom and beyond, says Matthew Kent at Alston & Bird.
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This Earth Day, Consider How Your Firm Can Go Greener
As Earth Day approaches, law firms and attorneys should consider adopting more sustainable practices to reduce their carbon footprint — from minimizing single-use plastics to purchasing carbon offsets for air travel — which ultimately can also reduce costs for clients, say M’Lynn Phillips and Lisa Walters at IMS Legal Strategies.