NFL 'Sunday Ticket' Class-Action Lawsuit Verdict Overturned

SOURCE www.npr.org
A federal judge overturned a jury's $4.7 billion verdict in the class-action lawsuit filed by 'Sunday Ticket' subscribers against the NFL, ruling that flawed methodologies of two witnesses led to the decision. The NFL was granted judgment in the case.

Key Points

  • Judge overturned $4.7 billion verdict due to flawed methodologies of witnesses
  • NFL could have been liable for up to $14.1 billion under federal antitrust laws
  • Previous rulings in the case favored the NFL before being reinstated

Pros

  • NFL granted judgment in the case
  • Potential for a new trial

Cons

  • Disappointment for 'Sunday Ticket' subscribers