Last month, the International Ski Federation (FIS) charged two Olympic gold medalists and three staff members from Norway’s national team with ethics and competition violations over allegations of tampering with ski suits.1 The case involves Marius Lindvik, Johann Andre Forfang, head coach Magnus Brevik, assistant coach Thomas Lobben, and staff member Adrian Livelten.2 The charges... Continue Reading →
It’s time to junk the “Junk Fees”
Have you ever logged on to Ticketmaster.com in anticipation of getting tickets to your favorite artist and then were shocked to see the price tag was higher than expected? First, you select the best seats based on your budget, say around $100, then click add to cart, and finally go to enter your credit card... Continue Reading →
California Residents Vote Against Legalized Sports Betting
When California residents headed to the polls to vote in the 2022 midterm elections, they had the option to vote in favor of two propositions that would advance the legalization of sports betting in the state.[1] Voters in California did not approve either of these propositions, so for now, sports betting will not be legal... Continue Reading →
The Makings of an Esport: How Video Games Become Competitive
The League of Legends Worlds tournament, the biggest tournament of the year for the franchise, came to a close on November 6th, 2021, with the Chinese team Edward Gaming taking home the tournament cup as well as almost $490,000 of prize money. To unfamiliar spectators, such a result could be quite bewildering. How could the... Continue Reading →
Toronto Blue Jays in Buffalo – Dialogue with the Experts
Thursday, August 27, 2020 5 to 6 p.m. (EDT) | via Zoom Join UB alums for a pre-game conversation prior to the Toronto Blue Jays game against the Boston Red Sox. The conversation will provide participants with a glimpse of COVID-19 protocols within the MLBand how Sahlen Field was selected to be the home of... Continue Reading →
Just Do It: Michael Avenatti Guilty of Extorting Nike
It is unlikely anyone reading this does not know about Nike: a company that ranks among the top of the list of Fortune 500 companies that are the largest United States corporations by total revenue, Nike permeates every facet of athletics - from sportswear to advertising to equipment. In 2014, Nike was valued at $19... Continue Reading →
Join us for a UB Bulls Tailgate Party and Concert
Victor E. Bull invites you and your UB School of Law classmates and friends to a UB Bulls Tailgate Party Join us as we watch the UB Bulls take on the Temple Owls September 21, 2019 at UB's Stadium on the North Campus 1:30 p.m. Tailgate - 3:30 p.m. Kickoff $30 for alumni & friends;... Continue Reading →