Update – May 6, 2026 – Today the BC Court of Appeal released reasons for judgement allowing a government appeal on this case finding that SFU’s claims, as plead, do not give rise to a duty of care. However, depending on how the evidence developed, the Court left the door open for SFU to bring … More Negligence Allegations Against BC Athletic Commission Can be Tested in Court

That’s a scary quote that should be a wake up call to every professional boxer in the United States. In short the Ali Act gives professional boxers protection from exploitative contracts, lets them open the books on promoter revenues, keeps a firewall between managers and promoters and prohibits promoters from monopolizing titles so elite fighters … More “UFC/TKO is requesting an amendment change to the Ali Act”

Many jurisdictions require fighters to complete a pre bout medical questionnaire prior to competing in combat sports. Often these questionnaires are filled out under penalty of perjury. Nevada is one such jurisdiction. Fighters often lie on these forms as injuries are rampant and disclosure could derail a bout and payday. Despite frequent lies there are … More Nevada Hands Out Suspensions in Aftermath of MMA “Insider” Betting Scandal

The combat sports community, one where brain health knowledge is crucial given the inherent risks of the sports, lacks adequate awareness according to several studies. The latest study exploring this topic was published this month focussing on youth karate athletes. In the study, titled Concussion history and knowledge among top-level youth karate athletes, the authors … More Study – Significant Concussion Ignorance Among Youth Karate Athletes