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NFL No Longer Tax-Exempt: What Does It Mean?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
This week, the National Football League relinquished its tax exempt status. The NFL and had been exempt from taxes since the 1940s, although each franchise...
Barry Bonds' Obstruction of Justice Conviction Overturned
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Like many criminal defendants before him, Barry Bonds gave a "rambling, non-responsive answer to a single question." That non-answer earned the ex-ballplayer...
Jameis Winston Sued by Alleged Sexual Assault Victim
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Erica Kinsman, a former Florida State University student who accused former Seminole quarterback Jameis Winston of sexual assault in 2013, has filed a civil...
3 Takeaways From the Aaron Hernandez Guilty Verdict
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
A jury found former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez guilty of first degree murder for a 2013 execution-style slaying. Hernandez was sentenced to...
Jackie Robinson Day in Major League Baseball
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
On April 15th, Major League Baseball with celebrate Jackie Robinson Day. All players and coaches will wear Robinson's now-retired 42 to mark the day that...
Ex-NFL Player Will Allen Charged in Ponzi Scheme
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Ex-Giants, Dolphins and Patriots cornerback Will Allen has been charged in a Ponzi scheme that targeted athletes across four major sports. The Securities and...