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Troutman Pepper Locke

Navigating Roster Limit Challenges: Updates to the House v. NCAA Settlement Agreement

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On May 7, the parties in House v. NCAA submitted supplemental briefs in response to U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken’s April 23 order requiring both parties to address her concerns over the issue of roster limits. These...more

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.

NIL: Why Every Student-Athlete in the Transfer Portal Needs Legal Representation

The NCAA transfer portal has become a defining feature of college athletics. Each year, thousands of student-athletes enter the portal for a variety of reasons such as seeking a better fit, increasing playing time, or...more

Fisher Phillips

Caught in a Raging Storm: 5 Steps Your School Should Take as NIL Disputes Continue to Cause Problems for Universities

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A new name, image, and likeness (NIL) dispute signals that the storm surrounding college athlete compensation will not be calming anytime soon. A lawsuit involving Florida State’s head basketball coach is the latest – but...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Film Room: Associated Entities and Individuals

Unpacking “Associated Entities and Individuals”—a key consideration when developing an optimal NIL strategy for your campus - This is Film room, where we’ll break down the whirlwind of legal and regulatory activity in...more

Kaufman & Canoles

K&C Sports & Entertainment Law Weekly Roundup - November 2024 #2

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Diego Pavia became the latest college athlete to sue the NCAA. While many past NCAA lawsuits have concerned NIL, the Vanderbilt football quarterback is seeking an extra year of eligibility. His argument, in court documents...more

Arnall Golden Gregory LLP

The Pitch - April 2024

The Pitch newsletter is a monthly update of legal issues and news affecting or related to the music, film and television, fine arts, media, professional athletics, eSports, and gaming industries. The Pitch features a diverse...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Homeward Bound: NCAA Working Group Proposal Signals Step Toward Bringing NIL Deals In-House

The possibility of colleges directly compensating student-athletes for the use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL) is edging closer to fruition. The NCAA’s NIL Working Group recently proposed rule changes related to NIL...more

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

When the Tigers Broke Free: A Primer on the Clemson/Atlantic Coast Conference Lawsuits

Clemson University is challenging in court the Atlantic Coast Conference’s (ACC) financial exit fee and the scope of Clemson’s grant of its media rights to the ACC, each of which pose significant financial obstacles to...more

Arnall Golden Gregory LLP

NIL Compensation or Salary? Depends on the Contract

As name, image, and likeness (“NIL”) deals dominate high school and collegiate sports, it is increasingly important to have an airtight contract for high school and college athletes to preserve NCAA eligibility. Just ask Matt...more

BakerHostetler

Division I Council Approves NIL Disclosure and Transparency Rules, Introduces New Proposals for School Involvement

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This month, the NCAA Division I Council approved a proposal to address student-athlete protections related to name, image and likeness (NIL) deals. The proposal will become effective August 1....more

Bricker Graydon LLP

College Coaching Contracts and the Future of “Buyouts”

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This time of year, the topic of coaching contract buyouts tends to bring a certain level of angst. This is no surprise, of course, as it often comes with a considerable price tag and an attendant level of press coverage...more

BakerHostetler

Flag on the Play: NIL an Open Question for Athletes, Advertisers and Collectives

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In May 2022, Gervon Dexter signed a name, image and likeness (NIL) deal with Big League Advance Fund (BLA or the Fund). Under the terms of the agreement, the Fund agreed to pay Dexter a one-time fee of $436,485 in exchange...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

NIL Lawsuit Serves as Cautionary Tale for College Athletes

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Former Florida Gators star defensive lineman and current Chicago Bears rookie Gervon Dexter recently filed a federal lawsuit to void his agreement with name, image and likeness (NIL) group, Big League Advance. The lawsuit...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Draft Bill on Name, Image, and Likeness: Uniform Standard Contract, Medical Trust, NCAA Authority

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The “Protecting Athletes, Schools, and Sports Act of 2023” is draft legislation that includes new restrictions and benefits for student-athletes and booster collectives that would change the landscape of the issue of name,...more

Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, LLP

The Three Things Student Athletes Should Consider for Every NIL Contract

With student athletes now able to profit from their name, image and likeness (NIL), athletes are taking advantage of opportunities to partner with brand sponsors. When entering into contracts, athletes need to review...more

Bricker Graydon LLP

Developing a NIL policy: Enforcement and other considerations (Part 7)

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In our Developing a NIL policy checklist series to date, we’ve reviewed: (1) the five foundational pillars, (2) general statements to include; (3) the use of institutional logos, marks, and facilities; (4) disclosure and...more

Bricker Graydon LLP

Developing a NIL policy: Disclosure and review of NIL agreements (Part 4)

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In our Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) checklist series, we’ve so far reviewed the foundational pillars that support your institution’s approach to NIL, the general considerations provided by state laws, regulations or...more

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