Nevada Supreme Court Orders Jon Gruden's NFL Lawsuit to Arbitration
The court's 2-1 decision overturns a lower court ruling, pushing Gruden's claims of contract interference and conspiracy into private arbitration.
- Gruden's lawsuit alleges the NFL forced his resignation by leaking offensive emails.
- The Nevada Supreme Court ruled that arbitration clauses in Gruden's contract remain valid.
- Gruden's attorney plans to appeal to the full seven-member state high court.
- The decision raises concerns about potential bias if NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell oversees the arbitration.
- Gruden seeks monetary damages, claiming the leaked emails destroyed his career and endorsements.