Union of Major League Baseball Players Initiates Groundbreaking Legal Action against DraftKings and FanDuel

Union of Major League Baseball Players Initiates Groundbreaking Legal Action against DraftKings and FanDuel

Sizzling News in the Sports Betting World: MLBPA's Lawsuit Against DraftKings, FanDuel, and More

By: Michael "The Betting Beast" Savio 09/19/2024 06:54

Here's the Lowdown

There's a battle brewing in the world of online sports betting! The MLB Players Union (MLBPA) has taken on giants like DraftKings, FanDuel, Underdog, and bet365.

So, what's the beef? MLBPA is alleging these companies have been using their treasured players' images on fantasy and sportsbook platforms without consent - a move that's raising eyebrows and ruffling feathers. Interestingly, it seems these operators have cleverly avoided the use of images of NFL players up until now.

The Current State of Play

Let's dive into some exciting developments:

1. bet365: The MLBPA initially called out bet365, but it's been removed from the complaint.
2. FanDuel: A separate New York case saw FanDuel and the MLBPA reaching an undisclosed settlement. The New York lawsuit against FanDuel has been nyet, dismissed with prejudice - slang for "it can't return, baby!"
3. Underdog Fantasy: The ambitious Underdog Fantasy is in the hot seat, too, facing charges similar to those lodged against FanDuel. The recent reports, however, don't shed light on the current status of the case against them.
4. DraftKings: The MLBPA versus DraftKings is still going strong! The MLBPA believes DraftKings has misused players' names, images, and likenesses (NIL) without permission. In a headline-grabbing move, the MLBPA recently petitioned a federal judge to reject DraftKings' early appeal request, claiming it's devoid of legal grounds[1][4]. Judge Karen Marston previously turned down DraftKings' attempt to ditch the case, hinting DraftKings' usage of player images in promotional materials may skirt the common law right of publicity[1][4]. This hot potato is destined for review by the Third Circuit Court[1].

Stay tuned for more updates as this thrilling legal saga unfolds! Meanwhile, check out Michael's latest articles at casinos.com for more expert insights into the dynamic world of sports betting!

Insider Tip from Michael "The Betting Beast" SavioBe sure to do your research before placing those bets. You never know when you might stumble upon an insider tip that could change your game forever!

Related News

[1] CNBC. (2024, August 5). MLB players sue DraftKings, FanDuel and bet365 over sports betting. CNBC. Retrieved September 19, 2024, from https://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/05/mlb-players-union-sue-draftkings-fanduel-bet365-over-sports-betting.html

[4] Bleacher Report. (2024, August 5). MLB Players Union Files Suit Against DraftKings, FanDuel, and Other Sportsbooks. Bleacher Report. Retrieved September 19, 2024, from https://bleacherreport.com/articles/mlb-players-union-files-suit-against-draftkings-fanduel-and-other-sportsbooks

• The ongoing lawsuit by the MLBPA against DraftKings raises questions about the use of players' images in online sports betting, following suit after similar claims against FanDuel and Underdog Fantasy.
• The sports-betting giant, DraftKings, is facing allegations for misusing baseball players' names, images, and likenesses in their promotional materials, rekindling debates around the right of publicity.
• Despite the escalating legal saga, avid online casino enthusiasts can still enjoy sports betting on platforms like bet365, Underdog Fantasy, and FanDuel, which have faced legal challenges regarding the use of players' images in the past.

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