“In 2021, the Nevada legislature passed a new law in Nevada, giving college athletes in the state the right to receive compensation for the use of their NIL. However, a new Nevada new NIL law will impact college athletes and the collegiate sports industry.” Read more in this article written by Caleb L. Green and published in the Clark County Bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Mar. 2023).
Esports in Nevada
“The Nevada gambling market is always evolving and exploring new revenue growth streams.” Read more from Glenn Light, Karl Rutledge, and Salma Granich in this article published in the bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Mar. 2023)
Potential Pitfalls for using Third Party Vendors/Contractors for Regulated Sports Betting Software
“The tighter regulation of sports betting software at the same level as a gaming device may, now or in the future, in some jurisdictions, require that the “manufacturer” of that software be subject to increased regulation.” Read more from Eric Abbott in this article published in the bar journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Mar. 2023)
Sports! Coming Into Our Own, Commercially and Artistically like Huey Lewis and the News!
“Who could imagine that in such a short time Clark County would be the home of so many professional sports teams and events?” Read more from CCBA President Brandon Kemble in this article from Communiqué (Mar. 2023).
A Friendly Sections Challenge
“We all like challenges, and today, I invite you to join the State Bar of Nevada’s Section Pro Bono Challenge.” Learn more from this installment of “Pro Bono Corner” written by Paola Armeni, Esq.
Spotlight on Sports Law in Bar Journal Communiqué
The Sports Law issue of the Clark County Bar’s journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Mar. 2023) is now available online.
Communiqué (Feb. 2023) Spotlight on Civil Rights
The Civil Rights issue of the Clark County Bar’s journal COMMUNIQUÉ (Feb. 2023) is now available. The issue features content written by members of the bar for members of the bar. See below for a list of featured articles, columns, and highlights.
Become a CASA Volunteer in Clark County
“The CASA program, which is part of the Family Division of the Eighth Judicial District Court, recruits, screens, trains, and supports volunteers to represent the best interests of foster children in Clark County.” Read more from Mary Ann Price in this article published in the Five Things issue of the bar journal Communiqué (Jan. 2023).
Five Things to Know About Sealing Nevada Criminal Records
“A person wishing to seal past criminal records must file a petition with the court.” Read more from Elizabeth Carmona in this article published in the Five Things issue of the bar journal Communiqué (Jan. 2023).
Five Things to Know About the Trial By Peers Program
“Participants charged with misdemeanors are tried, defended, and sentenced by their peers (teens approximately their own age) in court before a judge and with the assistance of a senior attorney.” Read more from Doreen Spears Hartwell in this article published in the Five Things issue of the bar journal Communiqué (Jan. 2023).