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Courts Rule That NFL Arbitration Clause Lacks Enforceability

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Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution method where parties can pursue their claims in a forum other than court. It is often favored for its confidentiality, efficiency and ability to provide a specialized forum for...more

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NFL’s Arbitration Agreement Fumbles, Allowing Coach to Pursue Discrimination Claims in Court: Employment Law Lessons for Employers

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The National Football League (NFL) is in the spotlight this season, not because of any certain game on the field, but for a legal battle off it. Last week, the Second U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals agreed that a NFL coach...more

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TortsCenter Podcast | Episode 7 | Fair Game: Diving into Sports ADR

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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

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Aaron Patrick case tests bounds of NFL collective bargaining agreement

Can you grieve a tort claim? Briefing was recently completed in a case between a pro football player and the National Football League that could have ramifications for the resolution of future player-league disputes. ...more

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Arbitration language in Flores litigation

Here is the arbitration language at issue in the Flores litigation. Flores-Dolphins 2019 Agreement: Employee and the Club agree that all matters in dispute between Employee and the Club, including, without limitation,...more

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Nevada court fumbles NFL's effort to take Gruden dispute to arbitration

NFL says it will appeal. In October 2021, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden was forced to resign after the revelation of emails in which he made racist, sexist, and other unprofessional comments. ...more

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Missouri Supreme Court “Calls an Audible,” Upholds Arbitration Agreement

In recent years, Missouri courts have seemed reluctant to enforce arbitration agreements entered into between employers and employees. But in a recent decision, the Missouri Supreme Court reversed that trend and compelled...more

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