Review Case 4.1, Mayer v. Belechick, on p. 90 of your textbook and respond to the questions below. Responses should be individually numbered and attached as a MS Word file. NOTE: Please do not attach a file in a format other than MS Word as I will not be able to access it through Blackboard.

1. What does it mean for a plaintiff to have "standing" to sue?

2. Why did the court determine Mayer lacked standing in this case?

3. If Mayer's suit had been allowed, what would have been the effect onBelichick, the New England Patriots and the NFL as a whole? Consider how the ruling would be applied to other potential plaintiffs.

4. [Critical Thinking] What other options did Mayer have for redress outside the legal system?