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Jon Gruden’s Legal Battle Takes Another Hit as NFL Arbitration Looms: Exploring the Former Raiders Coach’s Diminishing Options

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LAS VEGAS — Jon Gruden, the former Las Vegas Raiders head coach, has faced further setbacks in his legal battle against the NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell. The dispute, stemming from a series of leaked emails that led to Gruden’s resignation in 2021, appears to be steering inexorably toward arbitration under the league’s governance. Gruden initiated legal action against the NFL after emails he sent containing racist, sexist, and homophobic remarks were publicly disclosed. These emails, which were exchanged with former Washington Commanders’ president Bruce Allen from 2011 to 2018, surfaced during an NFL investigation … Read more

Employment Attorney Patrick Dolan Talks State vs Federal Law Protections and More on Let’s Get Legal with Jon Hansen

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CHICAGO, IL – Labor law specialist Patrick Dolan from Conti and Dolan provided valuable insights on employment issues during an interview with Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. Delving into various topics, Dolan shed light on the distinctions between state and federal labor protections, as well as the potential consequences of taking time off work. In response to listener questions, Dolan explained the differences in labor laws between states and the federal government. He emphasized that while federal labor laws set the minimum standards for employee rights, states have the power to provide additional protections. … Read more

NFL Presents Final Argument in Jon Gruden Lawsuit, Awaits Nevada High Court’s Verdict

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CARSON CITY, Nev. – The NFL is making a final attempt to have former Raiders head coach Jon Gruden’s lawsuit, pertaining to leaked emails, sent to arbitration. The case is currently being argued in Nevada’s highest court. Gruden filed the lawsuit following the release of emails that contained racist, homophobic, and misogynistic remarks. He claims that the league leaked the emails to the media, leading to his termination as head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. The NFL argues that Gruden’s employment contract included a provision that any disputes or claims must go through arbitration. … Read more

NFL and Jon Gruden Engage in Court Battle Over Racially Offensive Email Leak: Will Lawsuit Proceed?

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LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Attorneys representing the National Football League (NFL) and Jon Gruden presented their arguments today before a three-judge panel of the Nevada Supreme Court. The hearing, which was postponed due to a scheduling conflict, marks a significant development in the more than two-year legal battle between Gruden and the league. Gruden’s lawsuit against the NFL centers around allegations of “contract interference and conspiracy” stemming from a leak of emails that ultimately led to his departure. In 2022, a district court judge ruled that Gruden’s lawsuit could proceed, a decision now under scrutiny … Read more