Sports Law

Sports Law

Publisher
South-Western
Published
2013
Pages
468
ISBN-13
9781111971663
Format
print
Language
English

Sports Law by Adam Epstein brings the multi-billion dollar business of sport to the classroom. Epstein's book delves into the world of interscholastic, intercollegiate and profess…

Book Summary
Sports Law by Adam Epstein is a comprehensive textbook that explores the legal framework of interscholastic, intercollegiate, and professional athletics. It covers NCAA bylaws and cases, sports agents, contracts, torts, crimes, Title IX, social media, disability issues, antitrust, labor, and international topics like the Olympic Movement. Ideal for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in sports law or college sports administration.
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About Sports Law

Adam Epstein's Sports Law is a definitive textbook that brings the multi-billion dollar sports industry into the classroom. It examines the legal relationships across interscholastic, intercollegiate, and professional athletics, offering a thorough grounding in the history and current regulations of the NCAA. The book includes excerpts from recent NCAA bylaws and abridged cases such as Andy Oliver, Jeremy Bloom, and Coach Jim O'Brien. Early chapters focus on sports agents and their impact, while later sections delve into contract law, special clauses, torts, crimes, Title IX and gender equity, social media concerns, disability issues, antitrust and labor disputes, and international matters including the Olympic Movement. This text equips students with the legal knowledge needed for careers in sports management, compliance, and law.

Who should read Sports Law?

This book is essential for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in sports law, sports management, or sports administration programs. It is also valuable for aspiring sports agents, compliance officers, athletic directors, and legal professionals seeking to understand the intersection of law and sport. Additionally, anyone interested in NCAA regulations, Title IX, or the legal aspects of contracts and antitrust in sports will find this text highly informative and practical.

Pros & Cons
Pros
  • ✓ Comprehensive coverage of sports law topics from agents to antitrust
  • ✓ Includes abridged real-world cases like Andy Oliver and Jeremy Bloom
  • ✓ Features excerpts from recent NCAA bylaws for practical insight
  • ✓ Written in an accessible style suitable for undergraduate and graduate students
  • ✓ Addresses contemporary issues such as social media and disability rights
Cons
  • ✗ Some media content referenced may not be available in the ebook version
  • ✗ Focus on NCAA may be less relevant for international readers
  • ✗ Legal cases may become outdated as regulations evolve
  • ✗ Dense legal terminology could challenge beginners
  • ✗ Limited depth on certain emerging areas like esports law
Frequently asked questions
Is this book suitable for someone without a legal background?
Yes, it is written for undergraduate and graduate students and explains legal concepts in an accessible manner, though some familiarity with basic legal principles may help.
Does the book cover international sports law?
Yes, it includes an examination of international issues such as the Olympic Movement and other global sports law topics.
Are there case studies included?
Yes, the book provides abridged cases involving Andy Oliver, Jeremy Bloom, Coach Jim O'Brien, and others to illustrate legal principles.
Is this the latest edition?
The ISBN provided is for a specific edition; check with the publisher for the most recent edition, as laws and NCAA bylaws may have changed.
Does the ebook include all media content?
The description notes that media content referenced within the product may not be available in the ebook version, so some supplementary materials might be missing.

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