Redrawing the NIL Playbook: Key Legal Takeaways from MLB Players Inc. v. DraftKings and Bet365
By EsqSocial Corporation 11/04/25
The recent decision by U.S. District Judge Karen Marston in MLB Players Inc. v. DraftKings and Bet365[1] represents a pivotal development in the legal landscape surrounding name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. The ruling explores critical intersections between publicity rights, commercial speech, First Amendment protections, and the legal boundaries of “news reporting.” The implications extend far beyond baseball, potentially affecting companies using athlete or celebrity NIL in commercial...
By: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP