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Legally Weird Raiders Cheerleader Sues, Claiming She's Paid Less Than $5 an Hour

Raiders Cheerleader Sues, Claiming She's Paid Less Than $5 an Hour

By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on March 21, 2019

An Oakland Raiders cheerleader is suing the team for wage and hour violations related to minimum wage, overtime, expenses, and breaks. In stark contrast to...

Legally Weird Josh Brent Sentenced to 10 Years Probation, 6 Months in Jail

Josh Brent Sentenced to 10 Years Probation, 6 Months in Jail

By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on March 21, 2019

A Texas jury has sentenced ex-NFL player Josh Brent to 10 years of probation, 180 days in jail, and a $10,000 fine for a drunken-driving crash that killed his...

Legally Weird FSU Recruit Cinmeon Bowers Arrested for Eating Marijuana

FSU Recruit Cinmeon Bowers Arrested for Eating Marijuana

By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on March 21, 2019

A Florida State University junior recruit has been arrested for eating marijuana, allegedly in an attempt to hide it from police during a traffic stop. Nope,...

Legally Weird Who's Liable for Tailgating Accidents, Injuries?

Who's Liable for Tailgating Accidents, Injuries?

By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on March 21, 2019

Tailgating is a great American sporting tradition, but accidents at tailgates can leave various parties liable for resulting injuries -- and in some cases,...

Legally Weird Judge Rejects NFL Concussion Settlement; $760M May Not Be Enough

Judge Rejects NFL Concussion Settlement; $760M May Not Be Enough

By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on March 21, 2019

A $760 million settlement between the NFL and former players has been rejected by a judge, at least for now. So what happens next? The proposed settlement,...

Legally Weird A-Rod's Suspension: Will His Appeal Strike Out in Court?