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Five Cautionary Steps When Signing an Endorsement Deal

Athletes and other celebrities often benefit from endorsement deals, but it’s important that they do so in a manner that protects them and their reputation they have worked so hard to build. This is where the nuts and the bolts of an endorsement deal become important. Exceptional athletes frequently garner attention when companies intend to […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

April 11, 2017

Why is Jets Cornerback Darrelle Revis Suing his Agents?

At times, agents may be entitled to commissions when those they represent engage in other business opportunities. One such instance has led Darrelle Revis, cornerback for the New York Jets, to take legal actions against his agents. According to ESPN, Revis recently filed a lawsuit in Westchester County Supreme Court which accused Jonathan Feinsod and Neil […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

December 28, 2016

The Redskins Continue to Fight for the Trademark Use of its Brand

Recently, the Supreme Court rejected an appeal from the NFL’s Washington Redskins to reverse a ruling that canceled the team’s trademarks. According to Yahoo Sports, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office ruled the Redskins’ registered trademark images were to be canceled because they violated Section 2(a) of the Lanham Trademark Act of 1946 which states […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

December 20, 2016

What You Should Know About the Dallas Cowboys Trademark Infringement Action

The Dallas Cowboys trademark infringement action against a youth football academy Recently, the National Football League’s Dallas Cowboys filed an official action against two former players for trademark infringement. According to Forbes contributor Darren Heitner, the team filed an opposition with the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board against the players’ use of the Cowboys trademark […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

October 18, 2016

When It Comes to Injuries, How Private is Athlete Privacy?

Athlete privacy and the transparency of their injuries When top defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul blew off a chunk of his hand in a fireworks incident last summer, he may have changed how the media looks at athlete privacy. Lawsuit asks whether athletes’ medical records are private Is an athlete’s health a matter of public concern? […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

July 27, 2016

Medical Marijuana & the NFL Substance Abuse Policy

Medical marijuana use in the NFL Each NFL offseason, various storylines surface. This year, of course, Deflategate continues to be a topic of conversation. However, another, more unique, plot has emerged: medical marijuana use. Player pushes for medical marijuana acceptance Eugene Monroe, an offensive tackle and former member of the Baltimore Ravens, began pushing the league […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

July 13, 2016

The Disability Payment Plans for the Most Dangerous Sport

The NFL’s Disability Payment Plans Football is a dangerous sport, however, the degree of risk is somewhat mitigated by the fact that disability payment plans exist for former players. Athletes get hurt often, and the sport of football is no exception to this. Numerous players have seen their careers end following devastating injuries. Typically, in terms […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

June 17, 2016

The Problem with the NFL Concussion Settlement

The Problem with the NFL Concussion Settlement The NFL’s Concussion settlement with former players over the long term effects of concussions has created a stir that The Neurologic Rehabilitation Institute referred to as “a feeding frenzy” among lenders. Close to five years after the initial legal action on concussions began, the NFL reached a settlement […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

May 17, 2016

An Alternate Route to the NFL - the Regional Scouting Combine

The NFL Regional Scouting Combine Not every football player taken in the NFL draft or signed as an undrafted free agent made their way there through mock draft focus meetings and national scouting events. Players who don’t spend their college careers in the national media spotlight can still manage to make it onto an NFL […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

May 5, 2016

Self-Representation Could be a Setback in NFL Free Agency

Could self-representation be a setback in NFL free agency? Free agency can be an exciting time for football players, but it can also be tough to navigate, especially as the window inches toward a close. This is why the help of an agent is often necessary. Former Seattle Seahawk, Russell Okung, is hunting down a […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

April 1, 2016

Unsung Heroes: Life on an NFL Practice Squad

What about being on NFL practice squad? Free agency kicked off this year and players such as Olivier Vernon found themselves signing massive contracts with new or old teams. However, there are some players who are free agents year round, and their names rarely ever hit the headlines. Allen Iverson may disagree, but in general, practice […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

March 27, 2016

How to Safely Tackle the Legal Tampering Window

What’s the deal with the legal tampering window? Free agents and their representation negotiate through a two-day period in early March just before the start of free agency called the legal tampering window. Brief as the 48-hour stretch is, it is important to the league as well as football players and their agents. The legal […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

March 24, 2016

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