In a recent development, former San Francisco 49ers linebacker Randy Gregory has filed a lawsuit against the NFL and the Denver Broncos. Gregory alleges that he was wrongly fined over $500,000 for using THC to treat anxiety and PTSD. His representatives argue that he needs THC to treat his disabilities and had requested an accommodation from the NFL and the Broncos to consume Dronabinol, a synthetic cannabis, at the direction of his treating physician during non-work hours. However, the NFL and the Broncos denied his request, citing that THC is a federally controlled substance [510eed2e].
Gregory, despite testing positive for THC, is expected to play in every game and fulfill his job responsibilities. The lawsuit seeks damages, including repayment of the fines, to the fullest extent permitted by law [510eed2e].
This lawsuit adds to the ongoing controversy surrounding the use of THC in professional sports. The case highlights the tension between athletes seeking alternative treatments for medical conditions and the regulations imposed by sports leagues. It also raises questions about the legality and fairness of fines imposed on players for using THC [510eed2e].
In other arbitration news, cannabis company Tilray Brands Inc. has been denied its request to have a nearly $4 million arbitration award to a former executive overturned. The company argued that the Washington district court should have jurisdiction over a Minnesota arbitration, but a federal judge ruled that their arguments were 'wrong on all counts' [8300e559].
This decision comes amidst a series of controversial arbitration cases in the sports world. In a recent match between Mazatlán and AmĂ©rica, there were controversial arbitration decisions that have sparked debate. Felipe Ramos Rizo, a former World Cup referee, analyzed the performance of Ă“scar MejĂa, the referee for the game. Mazatlán took the lead with a goal from Luis Amarilla, but Ramos Rizo pointed out that there was a clear foul in the center of the field before the goal was scored [87cb35d5]. In the second half, with the score tied at 1-1 after a goal from Diego ValdĂ©s, the controversy continued. The referee disallowed a goal from Henry MartĂn based on the assistant referee's indication that the ball had gone out of bounds during the cross from Alejandro Zendejas. This decision was deemed correct [87cb35d5]. The debate over these arbitration decisions adds another layer of intrigue to the match between Mazatlán and AmĂ©rica.
In other arbitration news, Luis Arraez, a two-time batting champion, lost to the Miami Marlins in salary arbitration. He was awarded the team's $10.6 million offer instead of his $12 million request. Arraez won the 2022 AL batting title for Minnesota and was traded to Miami in January 2023. He won in arbitration last year with a $6.1 million request. Arraez is eligible for free agency after the 2025 season. Other players with pending arbitration cases include Alec Bohm, Harold RamĂrez, and Tanner Scott. Tampa Bay reliever Jason Adam also failed to win his arbitration case. Ryan O'Hearn and the Baltimore Orioles agreed to a $3.5 million, one-year contract. The deal includes a $7.5 million team option for 2025 [3432a70c].