Last Friday, Zuffa filed its opposition brief to the Attorney General for the state of New York’s motion to dismiss its case in New York. As you may recall, Zuffa (and its fighters named personally in the Complaint) filed its lawsuit against the state of New York for its ban on MMA. To provide a […]
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Overeem and Golden Glory settle contract dispute
MMA Junkie reports that the parties in the Alistair Overeem-Golden Glory contract dispute have settled for an undisclosed amount according to a press release from the parties. Lawsuits were filed in California and Nevada over the heavyweight severing his relationship with his former gym. Some background on the contract dispute can be found here. As […]
New York files motion to dismiss Zuffa’s case
New York has filed a Motion to Dismiss Zuffa’s Amended Complaint this past Friday in an effort to do away with all of Zuffa’s claims. Zuffa will have until November 30th to file a responsive brief opposing the motion. Since we last reported on this litigation, the Court granted the defendants (New York Attorney General […]
No bulls for Cerrone
MMA Junkie reports on Donald Cerrone and his inability to participate in bull-riding due to his current contract with the UFC. The contract clause reflects the need for the UFC to protect their fighters and its investment. The issue came up recently when Cerrone made an appearance at the Pro Bull Riders tour final in […]
Nick Diaz seeks judicial review of suspension
MMA Fighting reports Nick Diaz and his legal team is seeking judicial review from the Nevada State Athletic Commission’s ruling this past May. Diaz’s appeal hopes to overturn a $79,500 fine and 12 month suspension. The NSAC has 30 days to respond to the appeal by Diaz and Keith Kizer indicated that a response is […]