Program to discuss college athletes IP issues, cases

The Intellectual Property Committee of the Federal Bar Association, Eastern District of Michigan Chapter, will present an online program on “Name, Image, and Likeness of College Athletes: Is It Now Legal to Pay College Athletes?” Thursday, June 16, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.

Guest speaker Jaime M. Miettinen, adjunct professor at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and owner of Miettinen Law PLC, will explore the recent changes in the law, particularly the ability of college athletes to monetize their name, image, and likeness (“NIL”).  

Attendees will:

• Learn about the recent Supreme Court case of NCAA v. Alston.
• Learn about the asset of Name, Image, and Likeness and how college athletes can now monetize this right.
• Learn about new legislation in Michigan that prohibits universities and the NCAA from preventing college athletes from monetizing their NIL.
• Learn how universities and alumni are using NIL in recruiting to attract the best athletes.

The webinar is free for FBA members and non-members can attend for $7. To register, visit, www.fbamich.org and click on events. The Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Questions can be directed to Christopher G. Darrow at darrow@darrowmustafa.com or 248-864-5961.