 UPCOMING EVENTS!
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS (NASO) OFFICIATING SUMMIT. July 28-30, 2024. Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center, Atlanta, Georgia.
Returning for the 22nd consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit, Alan Goldberger will join Don Collins and Jina Doyle to present
"Critical Issues in Officiating: A Legal and Liability Perspective" to officiating leaders and officials in attendance. The session will be followed by "The Legal Forum: Legal and Liability Q&A," a lunch workshop open to all attendees immediately following the program. NASO Summit attendees included leaders of state high school officiating programs, local association officers, supervisors and coordinators, assigners, conference administrators and sports officials at all levels - from around the country and the world.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS (IAABO) ANNUAL MEETING & Fall Seminar. September 12-15, 2024. Crown Plaza Albany-The Desmond Hotel, Albany, New York.
Al Goldberger will present "Fair Game, Firestorms & Point Guards" at the Annual Meeting and Fall Seminar of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. Founded in 1921, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees.
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NEWS!
A Federal Appeals Court Rules That High School Sports
Officials in Pennsylvania Are Independent Contractors and
Not Employees of State Interscholastic Athletic Association
U. S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Reverses National Labor Relations Board Ruling
Washington, D. C. June 14, 2019. A recent federal court decision settles the issue of whether interscholastic sports officials are independent contractors or employees......or does it? Is the ruling of the United States Court of Appeals in "Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association, Inc. v. National Labor Relations Board" a game changer? Or are more questions raised than answered?
 Read the Decision of the United States Court of Appeals
for the District of Columbia Circuit [ HERE ].
For further insights into this case, join our list [ HERE ].
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Presentations by Al Goldberger
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ANNUAL FALL SEMINAR. September 19-23, 2023. Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel, Gettysburg, PA
Alan Goldberger presented "The 'State' of Rules Interpretations and Why We Have to Get Them Right!"" at the Annual Fall Seminar of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1921, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees.
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION-SECTION OF BUSINESS LAW NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS COMMITTEE – CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER, 2023
On September 7, 2023, Alan Goldberger served as moderator for “Name, Image and Likeness in Amateur Athletics: Student/Athletes’ Compensation and The Intersection of Athletics and Tax Exemption,” a CLE Program presented by the American Bar Association Section of Business Law Nonprofit Organizations Committee, Athletic, Recreation & Affinity Organizations Subcommittee in Chicago, Illinois.
OFFICIATE CALIFORNIA DAY Presented by the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) and the National Association of Sports Officials. July 29, 2023. Riverside, California Convention Center.
Al Goldberger was a featured speaker, along with CIF Commissioner Ron Nocetti and former CIF San Francisco Section Commissioner Don Collins at the California Interscholastic Federation's "OFFICIATE CALIFORNIA DAY" held on Saturday, July 29, which immediately preceded the NASO Summit in Riverside, California. The program featured the "Law & Liability Workshop and Spectator Behavior Workshop" for California officials.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS OFFICIATING SUMMIT. July 30-Aug. 1, 2023. Riverside, California Convention Center.
Returning for the 21st consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit, Alan Goldberger was joined by Don Collins and Jina Doyle to present "Critical Issues in Officiating: A Legal and Liability Perspective" to officiating leaders and officials in attendance. The session was followed by "The Legal Forum: Legal and Liability Q&A," a lunch workshop open to all attendees immediately following the program. NASO Summit attendees included leaders of state high school officiating programs, local association officers, supervisors and coordinators, assigners, conference administrators and sports officials at all levels - from around the country and the world.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ANNUAL MEETING. April 27-30, 2023. Lancaster Marriott Hotel, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Al Goldberger presented “OFFICIATING POINTS OF INFLECTION 2023” AT the Annual Spring Meeting of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1921, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees.
U.S. LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION. January 2023. Baltimore, Maryland
Al Goldberger returned to USA Lacrosse for year 14 as a featured speaker, presenting ""CRITICAL LEGAL ISSUES FOR LACROSSE OFFICIALS and THEIR ASSOCIATIONS 2023." In addition, Al served as a panelist for “Lacrosse Officials Association Leadership Roundtable.”
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INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ANNUAL FALL SEMINAR. September 2022. Portland Maine.
Al Goldberger presented "10 Legal Issues You May Not Know You Have - 2022" at the Annual Fall Seminar of the International Association of Approved [IAABO] Basketball Officials, Inc. in Portland, Maine. IAABO is a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIATING SUMMIT. August 2022.
Returning for the 20th consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit Alan Goldberger, along with Don Collins, attorney and former Commissioner of the California Interscholastic Federation San Francisco Section, and Jina Doyle, Vice President of American Specialty Insurance, presented "Critical Legal Issues 2022," a panel discussion dealing with contemporary legal issues for sports officials and associations. The program was followed by "Legal and Insurance Q & A," a lunch workshop will follow the program.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ANNUAL MEETING. April 2022. Ocean City, Maryland.
Al Goldberger presented "Affairs of State (Associations)" - IAABO Board Legal Issues 2022 at the Annual Meeting of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Founded in 1921, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees. IAABO local "boards" span 38 States and 11 foreign countries.
A.M. BEST INSURANCE LAW PODCAST SERIES - January 27, 2022
Al Goldberger returned to the A.M. Best Insurance Law Podcast Series to discuss "The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Youth Sports Liability." The podcast was distributed through the A.M. Best Podcast and Legal Talk Networks.
U.S. LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION. January 15, 2022. Baltimore Convention Center
Al Goldberger returned to USA Lacrosse for year 13 as a featured speaker. He presented "RETURNING TO OFFICIATING IN THE WAKE OF COVID-19: YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES," featuring essential guidance on rules, mechanics, and legal duties of referees and umpires in the post-Covid environment..
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FALL INTERPRETATION SEMINAR. October 2021, Trumbull, Connecticut.
Alan Goldberger presented "Officials and their Duties: Rules, Responsibilities, Rationale" at the Annual Fall Seminar of the International Association of Approved [IAABO] Basketball Officials, Inc. in Trumbull, Connecticut. Celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees.
ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE/GAME KEEPERS D-1 WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL OFFICIALS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CLINIC - AUGUST, 2021
On August 11, 2021, Alan Goldberger presented "Legal Guarding Positions" to the Atlantic Coast Conference and Game Keepers D-1 women’s college basketball officials Professional Development Clinic, produced by Dr. Debbie Williamson. The Presentation, "Legal Guarding Positions," focused on officials’ legal rights - and officials’ ever-increasing legal responsibilities - independent contractor issues, risk management concerns, and officiating in the aftermath of global pandemic.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS VIRTUAL OFFICIATING SUMMIT. August 2021.
Alan Goldberger, along with Don Collins, attorney and Commissioner of the California Interscholastic Federation San Francisco Section, and Drew Smith, President of American Specialty Insurance, presented a panel discussion dealing with contemporary legal issues for sports officials and associations. The panel focused on pandemic and return-to-play concerns from the officiating industry’s perspectives. This panel discussion was moderated by Bill Topp, Chief Operating officer of Referee Enterprises, Inc.
NEW JERSEY RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION 2021 VIRTUAL CONFERENCE. February 2021
Al Goldberger presented "Waiving Goodbye to Liability — Waivers & Post-Covid Issues” at the Annual Conference of the New Jersey Recreation and Park Association.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS (IAABO) MONDAY NIGHT ZOOM SPEAKER SERIES October 2020.
Al Goldberger presented "Are YOU an ‘Official Independent Contractor’?" as part of the IAABO Monday Night Zoom Speaker Series for basketball officials.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS (IAABO) VIRTUAL FALL INTERPRETATION SEMINAR. September 2020.
Al Goldberger presented "Officiating in the Wake of Covid-19 — Your Legal Rights” at the Virtual Fall Interpretation Seminar of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS VIRTUAL OFFICIATING SUMMIT. July 2020.
Alan Goldberger, along with Don Collins, attorney and Commissioner of the California Interscholastic Federation San Francisco Section, and Drew Smith, President of American Specialty Insurance, presented a panel discussion dealing with contemporary legal issues for sports officials and associations. The panel focused on pandemic and return-to-play concerns from the officiating industry’s perspectives. This panel discussion was moderated by Bill Topp, Chief Operating officer of Referee Enterprises, Inc.
U.S. LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION. January 11, 2020. Philadelphia Convention Center.
Al Goldberger presented "Legal Issues 2020 for Lacrosse Officials & Associations".
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INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS (IAABO) ANNUAL FALL INTERPRETATION SEMINAR. September 2019. Bethesda, Maryland.
Al Goldberger presented "Mechanics, Lies and Videotape" at the Annual Fall Interpretation Seminar of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. held in Bethesda, Maryland. Among the topics discussed was "Courtball" - the long-disfavored practice of judges overturning officials' decisions.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS OFFICIATING SUMMIT. July 2019. Spokane, Washington
Returning for the 17th consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit, Al Goldberger presented a summary of "Legal Issues to Watch in 2019" and served as a panelist at "Legal & Insurance Q & A" with Don Collins, Commissioner of the San Francisco Section of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), and Jina Doyle, Vice President of American Specialty Insurance & Risk Services, Inc.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ANNUAL MEETING. April 2019. Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Al Goldberger presented "Background Checks and IAABO Boards 2019" at the Annual Meeting of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Founded in 1923, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees. IAABO local "boards" span 38 States and 11 foreign countries.
A.M. BEST Insurance Law Webinar: Sudden Impact: How Insurers Are Dealing With the Rise in Head Injury Claims. January 2019.
Al Goldberger participated as a featured panelist at the A.M. BEST Insurance Law Webinar: Sudden Impact: How Insurers Are Dealing With the Rise in Head Injury Claims. Al was joined by Jon Butler, Executive Director of Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. and Dr. David Feigley, Founder and Director of the Rutgers Youth Sports Research Council of Rutgers - The State University of New Jersey.
US LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION US Lacrosse - January 2019. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Al Goldberger returned for the 11th consecutive year as a featured speaker to the US Lacrosse Mens Officials Council at the US Lacrosse National Convention in Philadelphia. Al presented "Officiating Legal Awareness: Venues, Mechanics and Avoidable Acts."
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INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS, INC. (IAABO) FALL INTERPRETATION SEMINAR. September 2018, Hyannis, Massachussetts
Alan Goldberger presented "Legal Guarding Position – Fact & Fiction” at the annual fall seminar. Founded in 1923, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees. IAABO local "boards" span 38 States and 11 foreign countries.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS OFFICIATING SUMMIT. July 2018. New Orleans, Louisiana
Returning for the 16th consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit, Al Goldberger was joined by Drew Smith, and Don Collins, for "Legal & Insurance Q & A" to officiating leaders. NASO Summit attendees included leaders of state high school officiating programs, local association officers, supervisors and coordinators, assigners, conference administrators and sports officials at all levels – from around the country and the world.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ANNUAL MEETING. IAABO April 2018. Ocean City, Maryland.
Alan Goldberger presented "Defending Your Officials 2017 – A Practical Guide for IAABO Boards" at the Annual Meeting of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Mashantucket, Connecticut. Founded in 1923, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees. IAABO local "boards" span 38 States and 11 foreign countries.
Dr. Joseph Panza Lecture in Sport Management. April, 2018. Southern Connecticut State University. New Haven, CT.
Alan Goldberger presented “Concussions, Student Safety and the Law” as a panelist for Central Connecticut State University’s Dr. Joseph Panza Lecture in Sport Management, a series covering both historically significant and contemporary issues in sport. The program, under the direction of SCSU’s Dr. Kevin T. McGinniss aims to present to sport management majors, other interested students, and the university and surrounding communities a lively presentation of ideas, innovations, and challenges facing sports in the 21st century. This year’s Lecture was a joint presentation of SCSU and the Connecticut Bar Association’s Sports & Entertainment Law Section.
US LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION US Lacrosse – January 2018. Baltimore, Maryland US Lacrosse
Al Goldberger returned for the 10th consecutive year as a featured speaker to the US Lacrosse Mens Officials Council at the US Lacrosse National Convention in Baltimore, Maryland. Al presented “Officiating Rules Modifications and Legal Issues - 5 Things You Need to Know.”
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INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS, INC. (IAABO) FALL INTERPRETATION SEMINAR. September 2017, Newark, Delaware
Alan Goldberger presented “Refereeing Rules Modifications – 5 Things You Need to Know” at the Annual Fall Seminar of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Newark, Delaware.
A.M. BEST INSURANCE LAW PODCAST SERIES – September 13, 2017
Alan Goldberger returned to the A.M. Best Insurance Law Podcast Series to discuss “The Widening Risk Concerns Surrounding High School Athletics,” featuring a concise review of recent case law involving active areas of risk in interscholastic sports – and how insurance carriers are responding to claims resulting from both negligent and intentional acts. The podcast was distributed through the A.M. Best Podcast and Legal Talk Networks.
OFFICIATE KENTUCKY DAY
Presented by the Kentucky High School Athletic Association and the National Association of Sports Officials.
July 29, 2017. LOUISVILLE MARRIOTT HOTEL DOWNTOWN, LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
Al Goldberger was a featured speaker at the KHSAA’s “OFFICIATE KENTUCKY DAY” held on Saturday, July 29, which immediately preceded the NASO Summit in Louisville on the topic of “The Best Defense: Officiating Safely 2017” for Kentucky High school officials.
“Officiate Kentucky Day” is a special program for all Kentucky officials and local association leaders presented in conjunction with the 35th annual Sports Officiating Summit presented by the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) at the Marriott Louisville Hotel.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS OFFICIATING SUMMIT.
July 30-Aug. 1, 2017. Louisville, Kentucky ... Marriott Downtown.
Returning for the 15th consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit, Data Driven, Alan Goldberger was joined by Drew Smith, Don Collins, and Chad Collins of the KHSAA to present this: "Law & Liability Interactive!" to officiating leaders; and "Local Associations: The Coverages That Matter Most,” a lunch workshop following the program. NASO Summit attendees included leaders of state high school officiating programs, local association officers, supervisors and coordinators, assigners, conference administrators and sports officials at all levels – from around the country and the world.
FROM THE SUMMIT ORGANIZERS:
Law & Liability Interactive
The “L” words that can strike fear and loathing. Consider this session “friendly fire.” The best defense is a good offense – especially when it comes to the legal rights and responsibilities held by officials. Throw in liabilities and insurance protections and you quickly understand the officiating industry has matured and has issues to resolve just like any other professional or organizational sector. Presented by the three most recognized experts: Alan Goldberger, respected as the foremost authority on sports officials and the law; Drew Smith, president of American Specialty Insurance, the country’s premiere provider of insurance to the officiating community; Don Collins, executive director of the San Francisco section of the California Interscholastic Federation and practicing lawyer. Features questions from the audience and the online community - questions and answers that will give you essential insights.
Local Associations: The Coverages That Matter Most
It’s just business, isn’t it? Local associations often get mired down in the grind to meetings, assignments, programming and member relations. All important for sure. Yet, the architecture of any group providing such essential services has to be grounded in secure legal and insurance footings. Insurance coverage can be so confusing but with a little of the right information, matters come into focus. This session clears away the fog and the mist. In clarity you have the expert advice you need – what coverage, on what basis, for whom, for how long and at what price? Unbeatable professional help – and no fee charged.
For more information on the NASO Summit, [CLICK HERE]
LOUISIANA HIGH SCHOOL OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION 2nd ANNUAL LHSOA SPORTS OFFICIATING SUMMIT. JULY 2017. LAFAYETTE, LA.
Alan Goldberger delivered the keynote address to the 2nd Annual Louisiana High School Officials Association Sports Officiating Summit held July 22 on the campus of the UL Lafayette. The LSHOA was formed in 2009 to provide officials for the interscholastic sports programs of Louisiana. The LHSOA counts more than 6000 registered Louisiana High School Athletics Association (LHSAA) officials in seven sports.
NEW JERSEY STATE BASEBALL UMPIRES ASSOCIATION. MAY 2017. West Orange, New Jersey.
Alan Goldberger presented “Umpiring the Concussion, Disqualification and Trash Talking Rules in NJSIAA Baseball and Softball” at the Association’s membership meeting. The NJSBUA, founded in 1936 consists of more than 400 dedicated men and women who are committed to the improvement of Baseball and Softball officiating in Essex, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex and Union Counties.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ANNUAL MEETING. IAABO April 2017. Mashantucket, Connecticut.
Alan Goldberger presented "Defending Your Officials 2017 – A Practical Guide for IAABO Boards" at the Annual Meeting of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Mashantucket, Connecticut. Founded in 1923, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees. IAABO local "boards" span 38 States and 11 foreign countries.
NATIONAL SPORTS CONCUSSION COALITION SYMPOSIUM - January 2017. Philadelphia, PA.
Alan Goldberger presented “Coaches, Officials, and Concussion: The Law and The Rules” at the National Sports Concussion Coalition's 3rd Concussion Symposium on January 12, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Symposium focused on how sports organizations can protect themselves in the face of rising concussion liability and how to better educate those on the field, in light of developments in medical research, and the legal and insurance environment.
US LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION US Lacrosse– January 2017. Baltimore, Maryland
Alan Goldberger returned for the 9th consecutive year as a featured speaker to the US Lacrosse Mens Officials Council at the US Lacrosse National Convention in Baltimore, Maryland. Al presented “Calling the Game: Your Legal Rights.” Included were discussions of assaults, emergency situations, concussion mechanics, managing the fight and other timely topics in lacrosse officiating.
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GARDEN-EMPIRE VOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION, INC. OFFICIALS’ CLINIC. December 4, 2016.
Alan Goldberger was the featured speaker at the December 2016 Garden-Empire Volleyball Association Officials’ Clinic and Rules Interpretation Meeting, held on the campus of Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey. The topic was "Law & Order on Your Volleyball Court" for GEVA referees and line judges. The Garden-Empire Volleyball Association (GEVA) is the local Regional Volleyball Authority of USA Volleyball, the National Governing Body of Volleyball, and as such is responsible for the promotion and growth of volleyball in New Jersey, Long Island, and the Greater Metropolitan Area of New York City (to include Westchester, Rockland, Dutchess, Putnam, and Orange Counties). Alan Goldberger is counsel to GEVA.
For more information, click HERE
What Insurance Professionals Should Know About Emerging Sports Liability Issues. October 13, 2016.
Alan Goldberger served as a panelist in the A.M. Best Webinar: “ What Insurance Professionals Should Know About Emerging Sports Liability Issues.” Schools, volunteers and sports organizations face a widening range of risk exposures, including brain injuries, abuse and molestation, safety of and liability for referees and umpires, and more. A panel of insurance attorneys and risk experts examines what's at stake, how to protect against risk and what new risks are emerging in this dynamic sector. Other panelists included Larry White, Associate Director of the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association, and attorneys Jon Cross and Robert Worst.
For more information, click HERE
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS, INC. (IAABO) FALL INTERPRETATION SEMINAR. September, 2016, Gettysburg, PA.
Alan Goldberger presented "Calling the Game – Your Officials’ Legal Rights” at the Annual Fall Seminar of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS. SPORTS OFFICIATING SUMMIT. San Antonio, Texas. July 31- August 2,2016.
Returning for the 14th consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit, Alan Goldberger was joined by Drew Smith, and Don Collins to present "Liability & Law Live!" to officiating leaders; and "When to Fight: Local Association Leadership on the Line," a lunch workshop following the program. Smith is President of American Specialty Insurance Services. Collins is an attorney and Commissioner of the California Interscholastic Federation, San Francisco Section. NASO Summit attendees include leaders of state high school officiating programs, local association officers, supervisors and coordinators, assigners, conference administrators and sports officials at all levels – from around the country and the world. NASO 2016
From the Summit organizers: “New this year – the session goes "live!" Includes questions from the audience and the online community - questions and answers that will give you essential insights. The best defense is a good offense – especially when it comes to the legal rights and responsibilities held by officials. Throw in liabilities and insurance protections and you quickly understand the Officiating Industry has matured and has issues to resolve just like any other professional or organizational sector. Presented by the three most recognized experts: Alan Goldberger, respected as the foremost authority on sports officials and the law; Drew Smith, president of American Specialty Insurance, the country’s premiere provider of insurance to the officiating community; Don Collins, Executive Director of the San Francisco section of the California Interscholastic Federation and practicing lawyer.”
OFFICIATE TEXAS DAY Presented by the Texas University Interscholastic League and the Texas Association of Sports Officials. July 2016.
Alan Goldberger’s delivered the afternoon keynote address, “The Best Defense: Officiating Safely 2016” at the UIL/TASO’s “Officiate Texas Day” in San Antonio, Texas on July 30, 2016.The following day, Alan Goldberger addressed TASO officiating leaders from throughout the state on “Official Business – Your Game Officials and the Law.”
“Officiate Texas Day” was a special program for all Texas officials in conjunction with the 34th annual Sports Officiating Summit presented by the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) at the San Antonio Grand Hyatt.
PENNSYLVANIA D4 FOOTBALL OFFICIALS’ CLINIC - JULY 17, 2016, LEWISBURG, PA.
Al Goldberger returned to the Pennsylvania “D4” Football Officials’ Clinic to speak to high school referees on "A Serious Look at Game Management In Today's Football Environment"; and "I’d Have to be Unconscious: The New Concussion Protocols." The popular all-day clinic, held at Bucknell University featured presentations by Bill LeMonnier and instructors Jim Corpora (ACC), Bobby Lynn (PIAA, Mountain West), Larry Foster (PIAA, Centennial), and Joe Orso.
A.M. BEST INSURANCE LAW PODCAST SERIES – March 31, 2016
Attorney Al Goldberger returned to the A.M. Best Insurance Law Podcast Series to discuss sports concussions at various levels including pro, college and youth sports and how concussion protocol has changed in recent years, primary concerns of insurance carriers and how attorneys can counsel them. Al Goldberger was also featured in the May, 2016 “Member Spotlight Video” feature of “BestConnect” Newsletter of A. M.Best.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS, INC. (IAABO) ANNUAL MEETING. April 21-24, 2016, Orlando, Florida. IAABO
Alan Goldberger presented "Defending Your Officials – A Practical Guide for IAABO Boards" at the Annual Meeting of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Orlando, Florida. Founded in 1923, IAABO is the only organization of its kind in the world: a nonprofit service and professional organization managed by and for basketball referees. IAABO local "boards" span 38 States and 11 foreign countries. Alan Goldberger, a Life Member of IAABO, celebrated his 20th year as counsel to IAABO in 2015.
US LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION. Baltimore, Maryland. January, 2016 LAX ~ US Lacrosse
Alan Goldberger was back for the 8th consecutive year as a featured speaker to the US Lacrosse Mens Officials Council at the US Lacrosse National Convention in Baltimore, Maryland Convention Center. This year’s presentation was "Law & Order on Your Lacrosse Field."
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CUM-CAPE BOARDS OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS. November, 2015
Alan Goldberger presented "Refereeing the NJSIAA Trash Talking Rules and Concussion Mechanics" to the Cum-Cape Board of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Vineland, New Jersey.
NORTH JERSEY BOARD OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS (IAABO BOARD 33). October, 2015
Alan Goldberger presented "Refereeing the NJSIAA Trash Talking Rules and Concussion Mechanics" to more than 900 members of IAABO Board 33 -- the North Jersey Board of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. during October in Wayne, New Jersey and again in Bridgewater, New Jersey.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS, INC. (IAABO) FALL INTERPRETATION SEMINAR. September, 2015, Denver, Colorado
Alan Goldberger presented "Lawsuits Waiting to Happen – A Cautionary Tale” at the Annual Fall Seminar of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Denver, Colorado.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS. SPORTS OFFICIATING SUMMIT. St. Louis, Missouri. July 26-28, 2015.
Returning for the 13th consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit, Alan Goldberger presented "The Law, Lawsuit and Liability Landscape” to officiating leaders and “Association Advantage" at a lunch workshop. Drew Smith, President of American Specialty Insurance Services and Don Collins, Commissioner of the California Interscholastic Federation, San Francisco Section joined Alan for these programs. Alan also presented a Pre-Summit program, “OFFICIAL BUSINESS: Your Game Officials and the Law” to Missouri officiating leaders. The program was presented in cooperation with NASO and the Missouri State High School Activities Association.
SPORTS LAWYERS ASSOCIATION. 2015 Annual Conference. Baltimore. May 2015.
Alan Goldberger served as a panelist for “Legal Issues Implicating Referees and Officials” with attorneys Brandon Leopoldus and Brian Lam at the 41st Annual Sports Lawyers Association (SLA) Conference in Baltimore, Maryland. The Sports Lawyers Association is a non-profit, professional organization whose common goal is the understanding, advancement and ethical practice of sports law. There are over 1,000 current members: practicing lawyers, law educators, law students, and other professionals with an interest in law relating to professional and amateur sports.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS, INC. (IAABO) ANNUAL MEETING. ROCHESTER, NEW YORK. April 22-26, 2015. Rochester Airport Marriott Hotel.
Alan Goldberger presented "Official Business for IAABO Local Boards” at the Annual Meeting of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Rochester, New York.
US LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION. Baltimore, Maryland. January 2015 Baltimore, Maryland
Alan Goldberger returned for the 7th consecutive year to speak at the US Lacrosse Mens Officials Council at the US Lacrosse National Convention to be held at the Baltimore, Maryland Convention Center. Alan presented "Sticks and Stones – Legally Speaking for Lacrosse Officials."
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CUM-CAPE and NORTH JERSEY BOARDS OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS October - November 2014.
Alan Goldberger presented "Refereeing the NJSIAA Trash Talking Rules and Concussion Mechanics" to the North Jersey and Cum-Cape Boards of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc, at various locations in New Jersey.
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF APPROVED BASKETBALL OFFICIALS, INC. (IAABO) FALL INTERPRETATION SEMINAR. September, 2014, Burlington Vermont.
Alan Goldberger presented "Law & Order on Your Basketball Court" at the Annual Fall Seminar of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials, Inc. in Burlington, Vermont.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SPORTS OFFICIALS. SPORTS OFFICIATING SUMMIT. Albuquerque, New Mexico. July 27-29, 2014.
Returning for the 12th consecutive year to the National Association of Sports Officials Summit, Alan Goldberger presented "The Lawsuit and Liability Landscape” to officiating leaders and “Your Questions Answered" at a lunch workshop with Drew Smith of American Specialty Insurance Services and Don Collins, Commissioner of the California Interscholastic Federation, San Francisco Section.
Atlantic 10 Conference/Patriot League Developmental Camp. Spooky Nook Sports Complex, Manheim, Pennsylvania. July 7, 2014.
Alan Goldberger presented "Officiating Safely: The Officials' Guide to Risk Management" and "Game Control, Spectators and Videotape – Law and Order on Your Court."
Alan Goldberger was featured in "Protecting the Zebras" (1.3 MB pdf), which appeared in the Spring 2014 issue of Rutgers Magazine.
New Jersey State Baseball/Softball Umpires Association. March 11, 2014. Morristown High School, Morristown, NJ
Alan Goldberger presented "Umpiring the NJSIAA Trash Talking Rules and Concussion Mechanics" to members of the New Jersey State Baseball Umpires’ Association at Morristown High School.
The Connecticut Concussion Conference – Stamford and North Haven, Connecticut. January 30-31, 2014
Alan Goldberger presented "The Student Athlete – Concussion Issues for Coaches, ATs and Officials: Managing the Risk" as part of a panel discussion in afternoon sessions at Stamford and North Haven.
On Thursday evening, Alan served as keynote speaker at "Sports Night" held at Chelsea Piers of Stamford as part of the Concussion Conference, to address liability issues with concussions in youth sports and to discuss importance of concussion education for referees, coaches, players and parents.
US LACROSSE NATIONAL CONVENTION. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. January 10-11, 2014 Philadelphia, PA
Alan Goldberger returned for the 6th consecutive year to speak at the US Lacrosse Mens Officials Council at the US Lacrosse National Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Alan presented two programs: "Assigners, Assignments and Risk" was held in multiple sessions on Friday January 10, as part of the USL Assigners’ Summit 2014. On Saturday, January 11, Alan addressed the Mens Officials’ Council officials on "Game Control, Spectators and Videotape – Law & Order on Your Field."
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