A federal appeals court ruled that the NFL can be put on trial regarding civil claims from Brian Flores and other Black coaches alleging discrimination. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision allowing Flores to pursue claims against the league and several teams, notably the Broncos, Giants, and Texans. The court criticized the NFL's arbitration rules as inadequate under the Federal Arbitration Act, stating they lack an independent arbitral forum. Flores initially filed his lawsuit in February 2022, highlighting systemic racism in coaching hires and promotions.
The NFL can be put on trial over civil claims that Brian Flores and other Black coaches face discrimination, according to a federal appeals court ruling.
The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld Judge Valerie Caproni's ruling, stating Flores can proceed with claims against the league and three teams.
The appeals court found the NFL's arbitration rules do not protect Flores under the Federal Arbitration Act, stating it provides for arbitration in name only.
In February 2022, Flores sued the NFL, claiming it was rife with racism, particularly in hiring and promotion of Black coaches.
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