Monthly Archives: July 2011

Should the NFL be Liable for Former Players’ Concussions?

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Administrator

Legal Blitz Scholar Samantha Ann Quinn, Esq. is a 2010 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Law School and a member of the Pennsylvania Bar. She is currently clerking for the Hon. Idee C. Fox in the Philadelphia Court of … Continue reading →

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News & Notes 7.28.11

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Administrator

N. Carolina Athletic Director to Step Down: USA Today reports that just one day after UNC football coach Butch Davis was fired, the university announced that AD Dick Baddour will resign.  At Thursday morning’s press conference, UNC also announced that … Continue reading →

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News & Notes 7.27.11

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Administrator

Pryor Banned From Ohio State Athletics: The Associated Press reports that Terrelle Pryor’s lawyer wanted Ohio State to make it clear to the NFL that his client could not return to the Buckeyes. So Ohio State not only declared its … Continue reading →

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Renowned Sports Lawyer Sheds Light On Paying NCAA Athletes, Wood Bats, Concussions And More

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Steve

The Legal Blitz caught up with one of Connecticut’s top sports lawyers, Dan Fitzgerald, to discuss his career and get his opinion on some of today’s hottest sports law issues. Fitzgerald is an associate at Brody Wilkinson PC and is … Continue reading →

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News & Notes 7.26.11

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Administrator

Football is Back!: The NFL lockout is officially over. ESPN.com reports NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and NFL Players Association head DeMaurice Smith stood shoulder to shoulder Monday and announced “football’s back.” In the end, the owners will receive 53% of … Continue reading →

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News & Notes 7.25.11

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Administrator

The NFL Lockout Is Over (Almost): NFL.com reports that legal teams for NFL owners and players negotiated deep into Monday morning, wrapping up at 3 a.m. with an agreement on basic terms. According to multiple sources involved, the deal is … Continue reading →

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Endorsement Lawyer Analyzes Mendenhall’s Lawsuit

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Ben

Pittsburgh Steeler Rashard Mendenhall announced earlier this week he is suing Champion’s parent company, Hanesbrand Inc., for $1 million. The suit is in response to Champion dropping Mendenhall’s endorsement deal following his controversial tweets regarding the death of Osama Bin … Continue reading →

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News & Notes 7.22.11

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Administrator

Breaking Down The Partly Ratified New NFL CBA: The National Football Post analyzes the proposed NFL Collective Bargaining Agreement, which the owners approved Thursday. The players have yet to vote on the deal. Rumor: NFL Rookie Deal Agent Fees To … Continue reading →

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News & Notes 7.21.11

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Administrator

NFL Owners Possibly To Vote Thurday: SI.com reports that Atlanta Falcons owner Arthor Blank said Thursday that it was his understanding that the owners would have the opportunity to approve a new collective bargaining agreement today.  The league also indicated … Continue reading →

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NFL Confidential

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Ben
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