[1] What does your Uber driver, DoorDash delivery person, and favorite UFC fighter all have in common with each other? All are legally considered independent contractors, and are therefore afforded few labor rights. The Ultimate Fighting Championship (“UFC”) is the world’s leading mixed martial arts (“MMA”) promotion. MMA has quickly become one of the most... Continue Reading →
Peter Bayer, a former minor league pitcher, has spent the past two seasons on the MLB’s banned list for betting on baseball. The Commissioner’s Office recently denied Bayer’s latest request for reinstatement, which means he will not be eligible to apply again until after the 2023 World Series. According to The Athletic, Bayer’s story of... Continue Reading →
Photo via Forbes.com This past weekend, Major League Baseball (MLB) made groundbreaking progress with its counterpart, the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA). Minor League baseball players have been attempting to unionize for years, and Commissioner Manfred announced that the league and the owners are prepared to recognize the union. This may be a move... Continue Reading →
The FBI's investigation into fraud, improper benefits and various other pay for recruit schemes rocked college basketball. It exposed a shady underground that the public largely didn't know existed, but that some insiders had known was there all along. In response, the NCAA formed the Rice Commission in order to, "gather information and expert opinions... Continue Reading →