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Celebrity Legal News Spotlight: Sports Section

While sports figures dazzle us with their amazing athleticism and feats on the playing fields or courts of play, they can be equally as interesting outside of their professions. With more and more athletes being branded as more than just sports figures, it is not uncommon to hear of these celebrities being involved in lawsuits. Whether concerning contract disputes with former agents, problems with entrepreneurial endeavors or even criminal trouble, the actions of athletes are not just confined to the sports headlines.

Follow the latest sports lawsuits involving some of the biggest names and teams in the games below and be sure to check out our other Celebrity Legal News Spotlight sections on the most recent entertainment, music, political, literary and unusual lawsuits happening today.

Sports Celebrity Legal News Spotlight Updated June 7, 2007

Sacramento Kings' Vlade Divac and Wife Ana Sued for Selling Fakes

The Sacramento Bee has reported that Sacramento Kings player Vlade Divac and his wife Ana have been sued in a Sacramento Superior Court for allegedly selling fake Gucci and Fendi products in a store they own in Sacramento's Pavilions shopping center. The lawsuit claims that the couple knew that their store, L'Image, knew it was purchasing counterfeit products from a disreputable dealer and selling the products at inflated prices to customers. The store advertises "celebrity must-haves" on its website.

Esteemed Actor Louis Gossett, Jr. Says Identity Thief Bought Lakers Tickets Illegally on His Account

Oscar winning actor Lou Gossett, Jr. has said that someone forged his signature to purchase a pair of Los Angeles Lakers tickets for $37k, according to TMZ.com. Gossett has denied allegations that he signed a contract to purchase the tickets himself and did not pay for them. In fact, Gossett has said that he has had Lakers seats for years. Gossett claims that a signature on a contract for two season tickets is phony and that he learned of a lawsuit against him for the tickets from the media. A representative for the Lakers confirmed that Gossett has owned tickets for 20 years and his account is paid in full.

Wilt Chamberlain Restaurant Faces Eviction; Financial Woes

The restaurant created by the late NBA superstar Wilt Chamberlain has been served with eviction papers in Boca Raton, FL. "Wilt Chamberlain's Restaurant" has allegedly not paid $246, 221 in rent, according to its landlord, Somerset Shoppes. The owner of the restaurant, Joel Kron, has reportedly bounced a check to a Riviera Beach food supplier for more than $6k. The restaurant's legal woes also include a lien by the state of Florida for more than $5k in unpaid taxes.

Victoria and David Beckham Win Lawsuit Over World Cup Ball

Victoria and David Beckham have prevailed in court against a businessman who sued them for damages after he paid the British equivalent of nearly $150,000 on eBay for a ticket to a World Cup Ball in 2006. David West, 62, sued the couple in a London High Court because he was not allowed to wear a pink suit to the black tie event billed as the "Full Length and Fabulous" ball, even though he had purchased a ticket. The charity event was hosted by the Beckhams at their swarthy Hertfordshire home, however, the High Court judge ruled that the couple had no involvement in the ticket sale and were not responsible for ensuring that the man would be allowed into their home.

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Defensive Tackle Grady Jackson Sues Atlanta Falcons

Football Player Grady Jackson has filed a lawsuit against the Atlanta Falcons, alleging that the organization defamed him and invaded his privacy when they released information from his medical records. Jackson, who was a free agent last season, claimed in court papers that reports had surfaced in the media that the 350-pound player had failed a physical exam because of heart issues. Jackson claims that release of the information hurt his value as a free agent in the market. A spokesperson for the Falcons responded with a statement, saying "We believe that this is a continuing attempt by [Jackson's] agent to gain a new contract for his client."