Controversy

This week's class assignment is to locate three articles, videos or podcast detailing any legal liabilities within our desired industry. Today I have decided to discuss the Charlie Sheen controversy, the Oscar nomination controversy and the 2011 NFL Lockout.

Charlie Sheen and "Two and a Half Men"

As many know, Charlie Sheen has been in numerous counts of trouble over the past 15 years. Since his recent drug issues and custody battles, he finally snapped. In recent reports, Sheen blurted out outrageous rants about owner Chuck Lorre and this eventually got the show cancelled. Since the show is cancelled, the network is not obligated to pay them. The question now is will Charlie pay for his actions. I believe since the situation is because of him, he should be given a fine to pay for suffering. Although it's not legal there shouldn't be a penalty for someone else's mistakes. Click here for the article.

Oscar Nominations

I have never been a big fan of the Oscar's; to be quite honest, I have never watched them. After reading the following article, I can continue to not watch them. In the article, they discuss the nominees and how this is big for their promotional sales. I don't think it's right that this happens to a lot of films because many films, actors and directors don't always get the credit deserved. The real talent isn't always portrayed and a lot of celebrities that received the award aren't as talented. Click here for the full article.

2011 NFL Lockout

In the following article, Law professor; Director, Tulane Sports Law Program, Gabriel A. Feldman discusses the NFL Lockout Legal Negotiations. Gabriel explains the reason behind the allegations in the NFL and what steps would be taken throughout the process. When I think about the 2011 NFL Lockout, I don't see it as a big deal. In my opinion, NFL players are over compensated. I know that the NFL is a contact sport and many players can get hurt at any time in the game but at the same time they aren't heros. When I say they aren't heros, meaning they aren't public service providers. Police officers, firemen and teachers are all underpaid. These are people who change lives everyday, these are the people who should make the big bucks. To follow the article click here.

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