News: PFT: Federal judge reinstates Ezekiel Elliott suspension

[Melonfeud]

That was a misogynist post and I will be reporting it to the moderators.

I'm about a coin flip away from putting you on that dusty unused IGNORE casing-liner,,,
SPORTS FAN

 

[Ghost12]

Or they are using this for appeal. Maybe they were hoping she’d rule in favor originally. Now they have reason to get decision thrown out. In which case TRO likely reinstated

It is weak grounds for an appeal if it is not asked for up front.

 

[AzorAhai]

Well it was actually the Brady ruling that did that.... I am wondering how much, if any, outrage this forum showed when that ruling was issued....

It’s not just the ruling. It’s everything she outlined and how she came to the conclusion. She practically told the commissioner do whatever you please, you earned this.

 

[Ghost12]

Studying for the MPRE right now and listening to the Barbri lecture over judicial ethics. The lecturer said, "A judge MUST disqualify him or herself where their impartiality could reasonably be questioned, unless parties remit." Applications for this: personal bias, prior involvement in case, when former partner or close relative is a party attorney or witness in proceeding, economic interests in case, public statements by judge that pidgeon hole them into a particular position.

Doesn't sound like the judge would have to recuse herself just because her husband formerly represented a party in the case. I dunno though.

That was my original impression but then I changed my mind after doing some research. Check out my post on precisely how ingrained her husband's firm is in pro sports (assuming it is indeed her husband which I don't think we've confirmed yet but it sure seems like he is).

 

[CowboyStar88]

Too bad the league can’t take a flamethrower to Jerry who continues to speak out for his own team and not in the best interest of the leagues policies.

Oh look who it is... Figures you'd show up now.. Predictable

 

[Ghost12]

In my experience that capitalism in actual practice. I'm one rung down from the 1%, so I've seen the 1% protect each other with grotesque money and power benefits among each other at the expense of the rest of us many, many times in corporate America. I'm not proposing a better solution, and I'm not on food stamps nor begging for sympathy, but capitalism in practice breeds corruption and exploitation.

Every economic system breeds corruption and exploitation.

 

[Philmonroe]

This is why a PC Policy was needed. Because many of these charges won’t be prosecuted.

The NFL wanted a mechanism in place to discipline their players to provide a perception the league was sensitive to these issues in an attempt to protect the leagues image.

Being found guilty of DV under the NFL PC Policy doesn’t mean they are a “ women beater”. But there was enough evidence to administer the suspension . Big difference . I’m not sure all fans understand the difference?

Like I said. The core issue is with the PC Policy. Once you fully understand it’s intention you’ll better understand the decision.

Sounds good like I post before you must've just been born if you don't understand how this looks. That is like saying someone getting suspended for some type of ist act wouldn't look like they are that particular ist. Come on you know how that will look to many.

 

[revospeed]

That was my original impression but then I changed my mind after doing some research. Check out my post on precisely how ingrained her husband's firm is in pro sports (assuming it is indeed her husband which I don't think we've confirmed yet but it sure seems like he is).

Speaks to how there is a lack of monitoring on judicial authority if there is a conflict that apparent and she didn't refuse herself.

 

[Melonfeud]

Welp, it is what it is....................this entire season smells like a hard boiled egg fart anyway.....I'm half tired of this season already.........the division is looking as weak as it has in many years.

A bunch of hard boiled pickled egg farts

 

[Kevinicus]

In my experience that capitalism in actual practice. I'm one rung down from the 1%, so I've seen the 1% protect each other with grotesque money and power benefits among each other at the expense of the rest of us many, many times in corporate America. I'm not proposing a better solution, and I'm not on food stamps nor begging for sympathy, but capitalism in practice breeds corruption and exploitation.

What you have experienced is not capitalism then.

 

[links18]

Could be. The economic interest extends to family members as well. I dunno if his firm is still representing the NFL though. If it's a past case, then there shouldn't be an economic interest anymore.

There is still an economic interest in having your prior work validated by a court of law.

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

SCOTUS HERE WE COME

Honestly Trouty,

I doubt SCOTUS would even take the case. There is too much historical background on how the NFL and the Union work. Besides, nobody wants that. The Owners do not want to go to SCOTUS, the NFLPA, if they are smart, would not want to see this happen and SCOTUS doesn't want it.

I think that eventually, this will die a slow death and that will be that. The best we can hope for, IMO, is that Zeke learns from all of this.

 

[revospeed]

There is still an economic interest in having your prior work validated by a court of law.

I think the rule that applies to mandatory judicial refusal involving an economic interest involves an economic interest in the case at bar.

 

[trickblue]

 

[Ranched]

 

[Melonfeud]

Team should just say "****" and not even bother taking the field Sunday...........between this biotch judge and the ridiculous one-sided officiating, I'm just about done with football for awhile.

I've often pondered those exact sentiments,,, the constant fusillade of yellow casing-liner's dictating the tempo,direction and outcomes of games(not just Cowboy games) is beyond blatant

 

[links18]

I think the rule that applies to mandatory judicial refusal involving an economic interest involves an economic interest in the case at bar.

All that is necessary to warrant a judicial recusal is the possible appearance of impropriety: not actual impropriety, not the appearance of impropriety, just the possible appearance of such to a reasonable person. Of course, the NFLPA's lawyers had ample time to raise this issue and failed, even if the judge should have taken it upon herself to defer.

 

[Melonfeud]

Its game over during the season. In the offseason Zeke will win the lawsuit, Goodell will be fired and then Zeke will file a separate lawsuit against the NFL for damages.

I'm digging what yer' planting,babyface

 

[lukin2006]

Company policies can over ride laws for conditions of employment or causes for discipline and termination as long as they aren’t discriminating.

The NFLPA agreed and empowered the commissioners office to take discipline on these issues without depending on the justice system to arrive at convictions or guilty pleas.

Did Brady break any laws deflating footballs?

C’Mon Cowboy fans . Stop the whining. Elliott hasnt been a choir boy. While his Conduct hasn’t been determined criminal it defintely falls within the parameters as detrimental to the league.

I don't agree company policy should over-ride legislated laws...

 

[Kaiser]

In my experience that capitalism in actual practice. I'm one rung down from the 1%, so I've seen the 1% protect each other with grotesque money and power benefits among each other at the expense of the rest of us many, many times in corporate America. I'm not proposing a better solution, and I'm not on food stamps nor begging for sympathy, but capitalism in practice breeds corruption and exploitation.

Human nature breeds corruption and exploitation. You are absolutely right that corruption and backroom deals are common in this country, but visit any country that was under the Soviet Union and you will see much, much worse behavior.