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Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Redrawing the NIL Playbook: Key Legal Takeaways from MLB Players Inc. v. DraftKings and Bet365

The recent decision by U.S. District Judge Karen Marston in MLB Players Inc. v. DraftKings and Bet365[1] represents a pivotal development in the legal landscape surrounding name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. The ruling...more

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The High Stakes of NILs: MLB Players Inc. Challenges DraftKings and bet365 Over NIL Rights

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In a legal clash between MLB Players Inc. (MLBPI) and sports betting companies, DraftKings and bet365, the US District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania denied the defendants’ motions to dismiss....more

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Celebrity Entertainer Sues Over Video Game Avatar

As real-world celebrities continue to expand the reach of their persona into the digital realm, the potential benefit for advertisers, game developers and esports event promoters is exceedingly high. But with increased...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

The Dark Knight, Black Panthers, Ghosts and Ginger Rogers: Increasing Protection for Use of Trademarks in Promotions for...

Content creators of all stripes strive for realism in their depictions of the world. This is for good reason – media is more effective, and more immersive, when viewers recognize it as a reflection of the real world. Despite...more

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