The court in the UFC Antitrust Lawsuit denied a motion for reconsideration by Zuffa as it relates to testimony stricken from the record from Joe Silva. The testimony relates to the former matchmaker’s lack of knowledge of wage share prior to negotiating fighter compensation. As we know from the documents made public in the lawsuit, […]
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Maybe the XFL is not dead yet?
Unsecured creditors in the XFL Chapter 11 Bankruptcy proceedings are weary of a possible move by Vince McMahon to revive the league and repurchase assets at a lower cost. In recent proceedings, the committee seeking reimbursement from McMahon’s league’s arrears are worried that the auction of assets is being done too soon to the advantage […]
After first pro loss, Nieman Gracie hopes to bounce back soon
As most of the country is still under stay-at-home orders, Nieman Gracie is adjusting in New York where he resides. “Things have been a little crazy,” an understatement as the city has been one of the hardest hit by the pandemic. But the Bellator rising star perseveres. Gracie (9-1 pro record, 7-1 in Bellator) has […]
The Interview: Trademark Attorney Erik Pelton
The Interview is back. This time we discuss trademark law with Erik Pelton (ErikPelton.com). Erik gives some great insights on the basics of trademark law. A former USPTO examiner, Erik walks us through some of the reasons to file a mark. As we know the UFC and WWE have filed their share of trademarks and […]