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Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Ex-player’s “slip and fall” case against NFL, Chargers is preempted, court rules

The CBA controls. EDITOR’S NOTE: A version of this post was previously published as an article in Hackney Publications’ Sports Litigation Alert. A federal court in California has granted a motion by the National...more

Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Kawhi Leonard told to keep his hands off Nike’s logo

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In an oral ruling last month, Oregon District Court Judge Michael W. Mosman granted Nike’s motion dismissing NBA star Kawhi Leonard’s claims that he rightfully owned “The Claw” logo. The Claw is a logo depicting Leonard’s...more

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Ninth Circuit Affirms Dismissal of “Disappointed Spectator” Class Actions Stemming from So-Called “Fight of the Century” Between...

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On November 21, the Ninth Circuit affirmed a Central District of California order dismissing with prejudice complaints filed on behalf of putative classes consisting of ticket holders and pay-per-view subscribers to the...more

K&L Gates LLP

An Introduction to Talking Sports Law - A HUB Talks Podcast

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John Wilson and Trevor Gates discuss the goals for the Talking Sports Law podcast, provide an introduction to future episodes, and each discusses a timely topic from the world of sports law....more

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Three Point Shot - November 2016

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Who's First in Ownership of the "Sweet Spot" Remains Unclear - Baseball is often called a "game of inches," whether one is describing the strike zone, a close play at the plate, or a liner past third base that just kicks...more

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The Anatomy Of A Defamation Claim – Scottie Pippen’s Case Is Dismissed

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I think Scottie Pippen is one of the most overrated players in the history of the NBA. My opinion may be soured because I am a Houston Rockets fan and the experiment with him, Olajuwon and Charles Barkley did not end well....more

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