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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Comparing CrossFit's Anti-Doping Rules to the World Anti-Doping Code: 5 Key Differences CrossFit's anti-doping rules are different from the World Anti-Doping Code (WADC). If you've been accused of a violation, our anti-doping lawyers can help. -
NIL Rule Changes Have Led to Lucrative Deals for Female Student-Athletes Fears that female athletes wouldn't benefit from the NCAA's new NIL rules were unfounded. Our NIL attorney can help you profit from your personal brand. -
What You Need to Know About HISA and Horseracing's New Anti-Doping Arbitration Procedures If you were accused of a doping violation, our experienced sports lawyers can help guide you through horseracing's new anti-doping arbitration procedures. -
Office of Canada's Sport Integrity Commissioner Launches Independent Safe Sport Program The 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. -
Global Sports Advocates Included in Chambers USA 2022 Sports Law Rankings Global Sports Advocates has been ranked by Chambers and Partners as one of the top sports law firms in the United States. -
NCAA Schools Have Been Slow to Implement Academic Bonus Payments (aka Alston Money) for Student-Athletes After NCAA v. Alston, schools have been slow paying academic bonus money (known as Alston money) to student-athletes. Our NCAA eligibility lawyer discusses why. -
How Athletes Can Protect Themselves From Whereabouts Failures As an elite athlete, there are several steps you can take to prevent whereabouts failures. Learn how to avoid this unique anti-doping rule violation. -
Understanding Mandatory Reporting Obligations for NCAA Coaches: Title IX & SafeSport NCAA coaches have mandatory reporting obligations under Title IX but may not be covered by SafeSport. Learn more about sexual misconduct reporting obligations. -
5 Times an Athlete Needs a Sports Lawyer in Their Corner From contract disputes to anti-doping violations, there are five key times when an athlete should hire a great sports lawyer to protect their rights. -
Arbitrate or Litigate? Why Sports Arbitration Clauses in Athlete Contracts Are a Smart Move Learn from an experienced sports law attorney why athletes should consider including a sports arbitration clause in their endorsement or sponsorship contracts.