In this episode of TortsCenter, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn sit down with Segal McCambridge Shareholder Paul Motz to discuss the escalating trend of nuclear and thermonuclear verdicts—and how defense...more
In this episode of TortsCenter, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn sit down with Segal McCambridge senior associate Kimbrell Hines to explore the unique and often misunderstood world of equine law. Kimbrell draws...more
Carla and Courtney welcome Masood Ali, Associate in Segal McCambridge's Detroit office, to discuss a high-profile employment law case involving WNBA player Dearica Hamby. The suit alleges pregnancy discrimination and...more
In this episode of the TortsCenter Podcast, titled "Gambling and Harassment: Wyoming’s Game-Changing Ban," Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn delve into the Wyoming Gaming Commission’s recent decision to ban gamblers who...more
1/6/2025
/ Athletes ,
Coaches ,
Gambling ,
Gaming ,
Gaming Commissions ,
Harassment ,
New Legislation ,
Proposed Legislation ,
Sports ,
Sports Betting ,
Sports Gambling
In this episode of the TortsCenter Podcast, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn talk with independent arbitrator and mediator Danielle Menitove about the world of sports arbitration. As co-chairs of the NYSBA’s...more
In this episode, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn welcome special guest Morgan Chall, a former Division I gymnast and NCAA Board member. Morgan discusses her journey from Cornell gymnast to UC Irvine law student,...more
In this episode of TortsCenter, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn welcome Jason Van’t Hof, the Vice President of Investigations at IC 360. Jason shares his extensive experience in monitoring integrity in sports...more
In this episode of the Tort Center podcast, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn are joined by Laurajean (LJ) Holmgren, Deputy Academic Director in Columbia University's Sports Management Program. LJ discusses her...more
8/5/2024
/ Artists ,
Athletes ,
Brand ,
Celebrities ,
Content Marketing ,
Content Strategy ,
Entertainment Industry ,
Marketing Perspectives ,
Personal Brands ,
Social Media ,
Sports
In this episode of the Tort Center podcast, hosts Courtney Dunn and Carla Varriale-Barker interview Laurajean (LJ) Holmgren, a sports management expert. LJ discusses athletes as brands, the importance of partnerships, and the...more
This episode of TortsCenter goes beyond the courtroom! Hosts Courtney Dunn and Carla Varriale-Barker chat with sports management legend Bill Squires. Bill discusses his fascinating career journey, from flying jets to managing...more
Hosts Courtney Dunn and Carla Varriale-Barker continue their insightful conversation with special guest Micah Day, delving into inclusivity and cultural representation within the Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization. Micah...more
In part one of episode two, “The Buc Stops Here” Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn speak with special guest Micah J. Day. Micah discusses his journey in sports event management, from NBA to NFL, highlighting the...more
Join TortsCenter for our first episode as hosts Carla Varriale-Barker & Courtney Dunn delve into the assumption of risk defense in sports, entertainment, and recreation. They cover historical cases, essential elements,...more
Plaintiff Courtney Barrett was 34 years old when she chose to participate in the Warrior Course at Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park. Ms. Barrett was not new to thrill seeking, boasting an impressive background in...more