Virtual Legality
Virtual Legality is a continuing series discussing the law, video games, software, and everything digital, hosted by Richard Hoeg, of the Hoeg Law Business Law Firm (Hoeg Law).
A Man For All (Football) Seasons? | A Legal Look at Michigan-Harbaugh vs The Big 10 (VL768)
In this episode, Richard Hoeg discusses the Big Ten Conference's sportsmanship policy, with special focus on Jim Harbaugh's potential innocence in the wild stallions affair. He examines the conference's letter to the University of Michigan, the legality of stealing signs during games, and Michigan's legal accountability. Richard explores the role of the Commissioner in NCAA investigations, the importance of access to underlying material in cases, and analyzes the decision made against the university. He also delves into the breach of contract allegations by the University of Michigan, exploring the concept of good faith and fair dealing in contracts.
Key Points
- The Big Ten Conference imposed disciplinary action against the University of Michigan, claiming a violation of the sportsmanship policy due to an extensive in-person scouting scheme by a staff member, despite the ongoing NCAA investigation.
- The University of Michigan, arguing that the Big Ten's actions were premature and without due process, filed a lawsuit seeking injunctive relief to prevent the suspension of head football coach Jim Harbaugh, emphasizing the lack of evidence and violation of conference rules.
- The Big Ten's decision to act before the completion of the NCAA's investigation and the imposition of penalties on Michigan raises concerns about the due process and the conference's adherence to its own procedural protections.
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