WHL lawyer argues against anonymous interviews in lawsuit

An empty courtroom. (Thomas Langer/AP)

A lawyer representing the Western Hockey League argued that reports supporting the case against the WHL in a class-action lawsuit are inadmissible due to the use of anonymous interviews on Friday.

The attorney, Patricia Jackson, said that the evidence of Victoria Grygar’s thesis and a report by Chester Hanvey don’t meet the standards of admissible evidence.

The WHL is in the midst of a class-action lawsuit with its players who are seeking to earn at least minimum wage. The claimants are looking for $45 million (Canadian) and $40 million (American) in damages.

Lawsuits of a similar nature are taking place with the OHL and QMJHL.

For more details on the case check out this piece from Kevin Martin of the Calgary Herald.

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