Professional athletes may be asked to sign contracts that include provisions regarding injuries. A baseball pitcher’s arm is the “most valuable commodity in sports”, at least that’s the crux of a new book discussed in a report by National Public Radio (NPR). The book discusses the career trajectory of baseball pitchers, with a focus on…
One potential benefit of being a successful professional athlete is a lucrative endorsement deal. Pro athletes now endorse just about any type of product like cars, fast food, fashion, fragrances and so on. And in the beverage industry, while a substantial number of athletes continue to be hired as sponsors for more traditional energy drinks…
New models for financing smaller-budget movies have had big success. Are they the future of the film business? Major and mini-major motion picture production studios often focus on established brands and sequels in an effort to limit the inherent downside financial risks. Movies, after all, require a significant financial investment. That can make it very…