In every sport, what goes on behind the scenes is just as important as the game or match itself. Our blog explains the legal concerns that affect elite athletes and other sports stakeholders at every level, including anti-doping violations, eligibility issues, contract disputes, and misconduct allegations. Learn what mistakes to avoid and how an attorney can help you resolve the issue at hand so you can get back to enjoying the sport you love.
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Paul Greene Featured as a Contributing Author in the Sporting Succession in FootballPaul Greene, expert sports law attorney, contributing author on USSF sporting FIFA succession rules application to US Soccer and American soccer clubs.
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What Are the Differences Between Crossfit’s Anti-Doping Rules and the World Anti-Doping Code?Learn how CrossFit's anti-doping rules are different from the World Anti-Doping Code. If you've been accused of a violation, our proven anti-doping lawyer can help.
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New NCAA NIL Rules Have Led to Lucrative Deals for Female College AthletesFears that female college athletes wouldn't benefit from the new NCAA NIL rules were wrong. Our proven NIL attorney can help you profit off your personal brand.
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Office of Canada's Sport Integrity Commissioner Launches Independent Safe Sport ProgramThe Office of Canada's Sport Integrity Commissioner (OSIC) serves as a central hub for Canada's Safe Sport program. Learn about the consequences of violations.
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Global Sports Advocates Included in Chambers USA 2022 Sports Law RankingsGlobal Sports Advocates has been ranked by Chambers and Partners as one of the top sports law firms in the United States. Contact us for sports law advice.
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NCAA Schools Have Been Slow to Implement Academic Bonus Payments (aka Alston Money) for Student-AthletesAfter NCAA v. Alston, schools have been slow paying academic bonus money (known as Alston money) to student-athletes. Our NCAA eligibility lawyer discusses why.
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How Athletes Can Protect Themselves From Whereabouts FailuresStay compliant and safeguard your athletic career: protect yourself from a whereabouts failure leading to an anti-doping rule violation. Read these 5 tips here.
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Understanding Mandatory Reporting Obligations for NCAA Coaches: Title IX & SafeSportNCAA coaches have mandatory reporting obligations under Title IX but may not be covered by SafeSport. Learn more about sexual misconduct reporting obligations.
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5 Times an Athlete Needs a Sports Law Attorney in Their CornerDiscover the five key times athletes should hire a sports lawyer to protect their rights, with insights from Global Sports Advocates.
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Arbitrate or Litigate? Why Sports Arbitration Clauses in Athlete Contracts Are a Smart MoveLearn from an experienced sports law attorney why athletes should consider including a sports arbitration clause in their endorsement or sponsorship contracts.
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Hazing Violates the SafeSport CodeHazing can cripple your career. Learn how SafeSport defines hazing, protects athletes, and sanctions hazers, as well as what you can do to protect your rights.
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4 Ways Contamination Can Cause Positive Drug Tests for AthletesCan contamination lead to positive drug tests for athletes? Discover how food, supplements, prescriptions, or even a kiss can jeopardize careers and reputations.