Category Archives: Sports Law

Max Evans has had a busy week

Max Evans has had a busy week.  Fresh from being acquitted by a jury of his peers at Edinburgh Sheriff Court, he received a yellow card in today’s Six Nations Ireland v. Scotland test match. Earlier this week, a jury … Continue reading

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Conflict of Interests

Interesting.  So, Rangers FC have lodged a complaint with the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission about an alleged conflict of interest in Levy & McRae (who once acted for them) acting for former Chief Executive Martin Bain in suing them.  The … Continue reading

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Alcohol restrictions at Highland League clubs

New Scottish Highland Football League clubs are to be designated in law, imposing restrictions on the sale and consumption of alcohol. Continue reading

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Splitting up is hard to do

The SPL split is causing even more controversy this year than last and Motherwell FC are contemplating legal action, according to sports broadcaster ESPN. The site states: “Motherwell … are ready to launch a legal appeal after they were handed … Continue reading

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