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Legally Weird Can a COVID-Positive Baseball Player Face Legal Problems for Hugging Teammates?

Can a COVID-Positive Baseball Player Face Legal Problems for Hugging Teammates?

By Richard Dahl | Last updated on November 06, 2020

Returning to competition during the coronavirus pandemic, professional sports leagues have created strict player testing regimens to minimize risks of...

Legally Weird Reggie Bush Stripped of Heisman Trophy Over NCAA Violations

Reggie Bush Stripped of Heisman Trophy Over NCAA Violations

By Laura Strachan, Esq. | Last updated on September 10, 2020

The Heisman Trophy is awarded to the top college football player in any given year. The bronzed man signifies the best of the best and the award not only comes...

Legally Weird The Houston Astros' Legal Mess: A Summary

The Houston Astros' Legal Mess: A Summary

By Richard Dahl | Last updated on June 05, 2020

It's become difficult to keep track of all the lawsuits that are landing on the Houston Astros' desk these days. At last count, there were five. The Astros, as...

Legally Weird Can Baseball Fans Sue an Opposing Team for Electronic Cheating?

Can Baseball Fans Sue an Opposing Team for Electronic Cheating?

By Richard Dahl | Last updated on January 15, 2020

In baseball, stealing signs has always been an accepted part of the game. If a runner on second base can figure out that a curveball is coming next by decoding...

Legally Weird How Difficult Is It for Sports Stars to Get Trademarks?

How Difficult Is It for Sports Stars to Get Trademarks?

By Richard Dahl | Last updated on October 23, 2019

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady seldom misses his targets on the football field, but his recent forward pass into the U.S. Patent and Trademark...

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