Dr. Paul Finkelman

Dr. Paul Finkelman

Dr. Paul Finkelman is currently a Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Cincinnati College of Law. He is an expert in American and world slavery, constitutional law, civil liberties, religious liberty, African American history, American Jewish history, and legal issues surrounding baseball. He was a chief expert witness in the lawsuit over the ownership of Barry Bonds’ 73rd home run ball. He is also co-author of Baseball and the American Legal Mind, and has published on baseball and law in The Atlantic, Washington Monthly, New York Times, and various law reviews.

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November 8, 2024

The Legalities of Baseball: Fan Interference, Ball Ownership, & the Constitution

Baseball. America’s favorite pastime. A wonderful game, with its share of controversy.  On October 30th, 2024, the World Series wrapped with the LA Dodgers beating the NY Yankees 4-1 in the series....