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AI Copyright Battle: OpenAI Invokes Michael Jordan and Sarah Silverman in Infringement Case Defense

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In a recent legal development that may have far-reaching implications for the intersection of copyright law and artificial intelligence, OpenAI, the makers of the popular artificial intelligence platform ChatGPT, has responded to plaintiffs’ claims with an unyielding reference to sports legend Michael Jordan and renowned comedian Sarah Silverman. The case, Silverman v. OpenAI, concerns allegations…

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US Visa Waiver Program Expands to Include Eligible Israeli Citizens with Biometric Passports

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In a significant development, the United States has introduced a Visa Waiver Program for eligible Israeli citizens and nationals with immediate effect. This initiative allows individuals holding a biometrically enabled passport book to begin the necessary process for gaining authorization to travel to the United States. The authorization process is navigated through the US Customs…

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Supreme Court Denial Paves Way for Seminole Tribe’s Florida Sports Betting Plans

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In a development that many in the professional law community have been closely following, the United States Supreme Court denied a request to extend the stay ordered in West Flagler Associates, Ltd. v. Haaland on October 25, 2023. The ruling has vital implications for the Seminole Tribe’s sports betting plans in Florida. The decision has…

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Bipartisan AGs Challenge Baseball’s Antitrust Exemption in Supreme Court Case

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

A recent legal development in the sports industry has seen a bipartisan group of 18 Attorneys General (AGs), led by Connecticut AG William Tong, file an amicus brief encouraging the U.S. Supreme Court to examine a case that could upturn longstanding precedent. This case, known as Tri-City Valleycats, Inc. v. Office of the Commissioner of…

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Rise in Women’s Professional Sports Signals Lucrative Investment Opportunities

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In an era marked by significant shifts in the sports industry, the rise of women’s professional sports globally is an exciting development that reaffirms a changing landscape of investment opportunities. Earlier this year, emphasis was laid on the surging popularity of women’s soccer in the United States. This sparked projections for a considerable increase in…

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Senate Judiciary Committee Explores National Standard for College Athlete NIL Rights

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

On October 17, the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee delved into the intricacies of college athletics, illuminating the need for significant reform within the sector. At the center of these discussions was the suggestion to establish a national standard concerning the regulation of athlete’s Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). JD Supra reports on these developments, which…

Bloomberg Law

Corporate Law Firm Duane Morris Welcomes Rebekah Prince to LA Practice Group

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Duane Morris, a significant player in the realm of corporate law, recently enhanced their team with a distinguished addition. Rebekah Prince has joined their ranks as a new partner in the corporate practice group which operates from their Los Angeles office, the firm publicly announced. Prince brings to the table a considerable breadth of experience…

The American Lawyer

Sports Industry Emerges as Attractive Asset Class for Big Law Firms

Pieter Gunst3 years ago01 mins

In recent years, the world of sports has undergone a significant transformation. Once viewed as “trophy assets”—niche and primarily alluring only to the affluent—the industry now piques the interest of major institutional investors and equity funds. As reported by Law.com, this shift has not gone unnoticed by Big Law. In contrast to traditional markets that…

Bloomberg Law

Supreme Court Upholds Seminole Tribe’s Exclusive Rights to Online Sports Betting in Florida

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In a recent decision, the US Supreme Court declined to suspend a controversial agreement that, according to a Florida gaming company, grants tribal entities an exclusive hold on online sports betting in Florida. The refusal of the Supreme Court to block this deal highlights the ongoing legal battles surrounding gambling rights between gaming operators and…

Above the Law

Biglaw Partner to Referee Rugby World Cup Final While Balancing Legal Career

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In quite an intriguing synthesis of legal and sports arenas, Biglaw partner Wayne Barnes will be serving as a referee at the Rugby World Cup final. Barnes, who demonstrates a laudable work-life balance, is a partner at the London office of Squire Patton Boggs and an international rugby union referee in his leisure time. Handpicked…

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US Department of State Proposes Pilot Program to Streamline H-1B Visa Renewals in 2024

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has forwarded a notice titled “Pilot Program to Resume Renewal of H-1B Nonimmigrant Visas in the United States for Certain Qualified Noncitizens” to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, signaling impending changes in how H-1B Nonimmigrant visa renewals will be handled for a selection of noncitizens. Expected to…

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Addressing Equal Pay Challenges in Professional Soccer: A New Goal for Clubs with Men’s and Women’s Teams

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

The proposed guarantees of equal pay, which span across all industries, trigger a new set of considerations for clubs with professional men’s and women’s teams. Employers are duty-bound to organize and operate in accordance with the Equal Pay Act (EPA). This obligation isn’t exempted in the area of professional sports, where the issue of player…

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Optimizing Real Estate Strategies for Soccer Clubs: Boosting Profitability and Sustainability

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

Soccer, or association football as it is more popularly known worldwide, is currently experiencing immense growth in the United States, encompassing both men’s and women’s leagues. On numerous occasions, the issue of professionalizing women’s soccer has been a focal point of lengthy conversations. In these contexts, the significance of proper real estate management is becoming…

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Navigating Complexities: Medical Liability and Health Care Law Seminar Set to Tackle Contentious Issues

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In a bid to address some medicine’s most pressing and contentious issues, a captivating seminar has been scheduled to take place in Miami, Florida, from 28th February to 1st March – the ‘Medical Liability and Health Care Law Seminar’. The seminar will be tackling a series of complex topics with the aim of creating meaningful…

Bloomberg Law

NCAA Labor Case: Student Athlete Employee Status Sparks Controversy and Legal Debates

Pieter Gunst3 years ago05 mins

A pending case before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is set to determine whether college athletes should be considered employees under federal labor law. The case, which began its hearings on November 7, has been filed against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the University of Southern California, and the Pac-12 Conference, and could…

Law360

Golfer Patrick Reed Seeks Judge Recusal in High-Stakes Defamation Lawsuits

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Renowned professional golfer and Masters winner Patrick Reed has stirred the legal world, recently calling for a presiding Florida federal judge to recuse himself from two defamation lawsuits. Reed is keen on the dismissals made last month to be reconsidered in federal courts. The lawsuits are testament to the complexity of legal disputes in the…

Bloomberg Law

Revamping Tax Law Education: Engaging Students Early for a Diverse Talent Pipeline

Pieter Gunst3 years ago05 mins

Tax law is frequently perceived as a formidable discipline reserved only for accountants and those with a passion for organization and detail. This reputation, however, should not dissuade potential students. It can be argued that the popular apprehension towards tax law comes from a rather late introduction to the subject. Most law students only encounter…

Law360

LIV Golf Appoints Ex-Madison Square Garden Legal Officer as COO

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

Lawrence Burian, a former executive vice president and chief legal officer at Madison Square Garden Sports Corp, has been appointed by LIV Golf as the new chief operating officer. This significant move on part of LIV Golf, a Saudi-backed golf league, comes some months after the news about a major deal that the league made…

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Navigating the Future of Student-Athlete Compensation: Key Considerations for Universities

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

The dynamics of the college sports arena are changing. An emergent solution to the demanding push to transform collegiate student-athletes into employees appears be on the horizon. With the disparity and lack of uniformity in state name, image, and likeness (NIL) laws causing an uneven playing field, sports bodies and universities are being forced to…

Jurist

Albania Ex-Prime Minister Berisha Charged with Corruption: Uncovering a Controversial Land Deal

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

Albania’s former Prime Minister, Sali Berisha, and his son-in-law have been charged with corruption and money laundering charges related to a controversial land deal. The charges were laid by the Albanian prosecutors following their investigations into a land deal which saw the grounds of a sports club being privatized. [More details] The Special Prosecutor’s Office…

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NCAA Seeks Congressional Legislation on Collegiate Name, Image, and Likeness Rights

Pieter Gunst3 years ago02 mins

In the world of collegiate sports, significant events are unfolding. As though in the final moments of a high-stakes game, The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is looking to Congress for legislation that could deeply impact the future of the industry. During their meeting on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, the Senate Judiciary Committee held an…

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Supreme Court’s Temporary Stay on Florida Sports Betting Compact Ignites Monopoly Debate

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

The Supreme Court of the United States recently issued a temporary stay on an order that backed the state gaming compact that gives exclusive sports betting rights in Florida to the Seminole Tribe. Such a decision comes amidst a tangle of legal disputes and holds potential impacts for the booming sports betting industry, regulators, gaming…

Jurist

US-Russian Journalist Arrested for Failure to Register as “Foreign Agent” in Ongoing Crackdown on Independent Media

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

US-Russian journalist Alsu Kurmasheva was arrested in Russia this Wednesday due to failing to register as a “foreign agent.” Kurmasheva, who writes for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) and holds dual citizenship for both Russia and the United States, travelled to Russia in May following a family emergency. As per the details provided by RFE/RL,…

ABA Journal

Unearthed Trial Transcript Sheds New Light on 1919 Black Sox Scandal

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

In what is considered one of the largest scandals in the history of major league baseball, the 1919 World Series ‘Black Sox Scandal’ involving ‘Shoeless’ Joe Jackson and eight other players of the Chicago White Sox resurfaces today with newfound facts. An old transcript recently made public reveals detailed information about the events that transpired…

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Navigating Parental Leave Complexities in Professional Sport Clubs: Challenges and Opportunities

Pieter Gunst3 years ago03 mins

The rise of professional women’s sports leagues, particularly soccer, has underscored the necessity for clubs to focus as much on employment laws and human resources as they do on performance and winning. Law firm Flaster Greenberg PC has initiated a three-part series on the specific topic of parental leave in sports, exploring leave related to…