"Knickel" and Dime Issues: An Unexplored Loophole in New York's Genetic Discrimination Statute and the Viability of Genetic Testing in the Sports Employment Context
It is often stated that “[s]port is a microcosm of society.”2 In some
respects, this statement rings true. Athletes involved in
competition, like individuals functioning in society, must make
immediate decisions, must trust in others, and must follow the
rules. Because of such similarities, the law often draws little
distinction between what is appropriate in the realm of sports and
what is appropriate for the remainder of society. However, as new
complexities emerge in the modern sports era, particularly with
respect to genetic testing in professional sports, it has become
increasingly clear that a law designed for individuals functioning in
society may be insufficient for regulation in the sports world.
