We live in a world that is captivated by technology. It is common for people to video tape accidents as well as normal daily activities. It is not surprising that
My Spouse Lied . . . I Got The Recording to Prove It.
Cybersecurity for Employee Benefit Plans
The United States is experiencing waves of new cybersecurity regulations. Because cybercrime consistently grows in sophistication, cybersecurity must become a significant concern for all businesses and individuals. Employee benefit plans
Know the Law: Tax Planning and Gifting in 2022
Q: With the 2022 Midterm Election results still being finalized, I have seen various articles and commentary on whether people need to make gifts or engage in estate tax planning
Former MLB Player Yasiel Puig Pleads Guilty to Illegal Sports Betting
Former Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, Yasiel Puig, has found himself in hot water as the U.S. Department of Justice released information yesterday that the former MLB player illegally placed nearly
Another Pro Franchise is For Sale
As someone who’s previously been involved with professional sports franchise purchase and sale transactions, a couple of stories caught my eye last week. First, the National Hockey League’s Ottawa Senators
Getting to Closing: Steps to Prepare Your Practice for Sale
After experiencing the challenges posed by a global pandemic, a shortage of staff, “quiet quitting”, and non-stop tax, regulatory and compliance changes, many solo and small firm practitioners are considering
Red Sox Owner John Henry to Consider Bid for Washington Commanders
As Daniel Snyder, the embattled owner of the Washington Commanders, has hired Bank of America to explore the sale of the Washington, D.C. NFL franchise, Fenway Sports Group, led by
Considerations for an Evolving Legal Landscape: Student Pregnancy on Campus
A student goes to her school’s health services office, disclosing that she is pregnant and contemplating what she should do next. She is unsure about her options but asks for
Neymar Jr., PUBG & Call of Duty
In a couple of interesting collaborations, world-renowned soccer player Neymar Jr. is teaming up with the PUBG: Battlegrounds and Call of Duty video game franchises. As part of an upcoming
ESPN Sells X Games to Private Equity Firm
Last week, ESPN announced the sale of a controlling stake in its X Games sports event franchise to MSP Sports Capital, a New York-based private equity firm. ESPN will retain
Know the Law: Making Your Insurance Pay
Q: I have always believed that by paying for insurance coverage, I was buying peace of mind so I could make things right should an accident occur. Two years ago,
Name, Image, and Likeness: The Next Frontier for Sports Business
A replay of the October 27, 2022 Name, Image, and Likeness: The Next Frontier for Sports Business Seminar with presenters: McLane Middleton Attorney and Sports Practice Group Chair Joseph Morales,
EEOC Releases New Mandatory Workplace Poster
On October 20, 2022, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published a new poster entitled “Know Your Rights.” This new poster replaces the previous “Equal Employment Opportunity Is the Law”
NCAA’S Division 1 Board of Directors Unanimously Approves Clarifications to Interim NIL Policy
On Wednesday, October 26, 2022 the NCAA’s Division 1 Board of Directors unanimously voted to approve clarifications to its previously approved interim name, image, and likeness (NIL) policy. On June
Tom Brady, Kevin Durant, and Major League Pickleball
Count Tom Brady and Kim Clijsters as some of the current and former professional athletes that own pickleball teams. The Wall Street Journal recently reported their investment in Major League
Bronny James (LeBron James’ Son) Signs NIL Deal with Beats By Dre
Beats By Dre has signed its first high school Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal and is partnering with Bronny James, son of LeBron James. Forbes reported the deal on