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Why College Coaches Need Legal Counsel
“College … coaches, even successful ones, are no longer untouchable in regard to their players’ off-field issues. As CEOs of their programs, they are going to be held accountable for everyone’s actions.” Paula Lavigne and Mark Schlabach, Violated: Exposing Rape at Baylor University Amid College Football’s Sexual Assault Crisis, 293 (Center Street 2017) Similar to […]
NCAA Transfer Exceptions and Waivers
Little is more important to student-athletes than their eligibility to compete at his or her respective sport. Navigating the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (“NCAA”) transfer process is complex and often very confusing due to the NCAA’s intricate web of rules and regulations that determine not only when and where student athletes can transfer, but also […]
NCAA Enforcement Process
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (“NCAA”) infractions enforcement process can often be confusing and labor intensive, as well as reputation and career threatening. If you are a coach or a student-athlete and find yourself involved in this process, legal counsel can help you navigate the process and mitigate negative consequences. The NCAA is a voluntary […]
Proactively Avoiding the NCAA Enforcement Process
College coaches can proactively avoid the National Collegiate Athletic Association (“NCAA”) enforcement process. A judicious college coach works both during the season and in the off season to prevent violations from occurring. One of the most strategic and shrewd ways to prevent violations is working with attorneys experienced and knowledgeable in NCAA compliance. During the […]
What are the Pros and Cons of Arbitration Agreements?
Arbitration, a common form of alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”), is a way of resolving a legal dispute without suing and going to court. Arbitrations are used in many areas of law including business and consumer disputes, labor and employment disputes, and family law matters. The arbitration process can be similar to proceedings in a court […]
Understanding Employment Agreements
An employment agreement is a formal agreement that specifies the conditions of the relationship between an employee and an employer including compensation and expectations. Also referred to as employment contracts, they are often executed for a specified period, typically one year. Not all states require employers to enter into employment agreements. Many states, like the […]
Discrimination and Wrongful Termination
Employment discrimination and wrongful terminations are among the most common lawsuits filed against small businesses. These violations often occur due to lack of understanding of the law or process mismanagement. Regardless of the reason, business owners must realize that intent does not necessarily matter in these cases. An employee can file a wrongful termination claim […]