A Whole New Ballgame: Managing Risk for World Champion Houston Astros June 15, 2018 By Andrew G. Simpson Monica Rusch’s work was easier when the Houston Astros were losers. She was accustomed to worrying about fans being hit...
Yankees Deflect Foul-Ball Case as Court Upholds Century-Old Rule October 25, 2017 By Bob Van Voris At least the Yankees won something. As the team prepares to watch the Astros play the Dodgers in the World...
Injured New York Yankee Fan Takes a Swing at Century-Old Baseball Rule October 6, 2017 By Bob Van Voris Baseball is timeless. Is the Baseball Rule? The century-old legal doctrine blocks fans from suing a ball club if they...
Major League Baseball Balks at Foul Ball Safety Measures September 12, 2014 By David Glovin From his perch in the Atlanta Braves infield on May 20, third baseman Chris Johnson heard what sounded to him...
Atlanta Braves Cite ‘Baseball Rule’ in Injury Suit Defense June 11, 2014 The Atlanta Braves baseball team has asked an appeals court to uphold a special rule and find the team not...
Idaho Court: Baseball Fan Can Sue Over Ball Injury February 28, 2013 By Rebecca Boone A man who lost an eye after being hit by a foul ball at a baseball game can seek damages...