Judge dismisses Mayfield's lawsuit against NASCAR
A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed Jeremy Mayfield's lawsuit against NASCAR, a ruling that presumably ends the yearlong saga surrounding the first Cup driver suspended for failing a random drug test.
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U.S. District Judge Graham Mullen ruled in Charlotte, N.C., that Mayfield had twice waived his rights to pursue any claims against NASCAR when he signed documents both as a driver and as an owner to participate in the stock car series. "Plaintiffs thereby waived their right to pursue their claims for defamation, unfair and deceptive trade practices, breach of contract, and negligence," Mullen wrote in his decision. "Plaintiffs' claims are hereby dismissed." NASCAR officials were pleased with Mullen's ruling. "The U.S. District Court's ruling is a powerful acknowledgment and affirmation of NASCAR's rulebook and its ability to police the sport," A statement from NASCAR read. "NASCAR has been very clear with its competitors as to its policies and what is expected of them. NASCAR's comprehensive substance abuse policy, which is among the best and toughest in all of sports, serves the safety of our competitors and fans." Mayfield's wife, Shana, said the couple had no comment on the ruling. She said attorney Mark Geragos would speak on their behalf. Geragos' voice mailbox was full, and he did not immediately respond to an e-mail request for comment. |
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