Legal
August 21, 2025
Kalshi Draws New Tribal Challenge as Ho-Chunk Nation Files Suit
The Ho-Chunk Nation has filed a federal lawsuit against online exchange Kalshi, accusing the company and its partner, Robinhood Markets, of running illegal sports gambling operations on tribal lands. The complaint filed Wednesday in the Western District of Wisconsin follows earlier actions by California tribes and draws attention to the mounting tribal resistance to Kalshi’s […]
Legal
August 20, 2025
Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against VGW in Montana
A federal judge has put an end to Montana’s legal battle with VGW Holdings, dismissing a lawsuit against the Australian sweepstakes company. For context, VGW no longer operates in the state. One Less Thing for VGW to Worry About VGW, which is one of the biggest sweepstakes operators in the US, has been experiencing rapid […]
Casino
August 19, 2025
High 5 Entertainment Loses First Round in California Lawsuit
A California judge has made a tentative ruling against High 5 Entertainment in a case that might shake up sweepstakes-style casinos operating in the state. San Francisco Judge Allows Lawsuit Claiming High 5 Misled Player to Move Forward On August 14, Judge Christine Van Aken of the San Francisco Superior Court refused to throw out […]
Sports
August 19, 2025
Prosecutors Want Shorter Jail Time for Bookie in Ohtani Betting Case
Federal prosecutors have asked for a 15-month jail term for California bookie Matt Bowyer, who played a part in a big betting ring tied to Shohei Ohtani’s former translator. This case has caught the eye of the whole country. Their request is way less than what federal rules usually suggest, which could have put him […]
Legal
August 7, 2025
Churchill Downs Scores Another Legal Victory in Michigan Betting Dispute
Churchill Downs Incorporated, parent company of the TwinSpires betting platform, scored another court win in its long-running legal dispute with the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals denied the regulator’s request to stay a lower court order that has allowed TwinSpires to continue operating in the state. Interstate Laws Clash […]
Legal
August 5, 2025
Lawsuit over Vegas’ All Net Resort and Arena Fails to Gain Traction
A federal judge has thrown out a racketeering lawsuit related to the dysfunctional All Net Resort and Arena project. This decision marks the latest setback in a protracted legal battle over millions in disputed loans and a failed dream of bringing NBA basketball to the Las Vegas Strip. While the plaintiffs could press on with […]
Legal
July 30, 2025
Massachusetts Rep. Banned from Gambling for Alleged Embezzling of Nonprofit Funds
А Massachusetts state representative has been banned from gambling due to a variety of offenses. While court records did not confirm whether the man had a habit of gambling, he had embezzled money from a nonprofit association to spend on psychic services. State Rep. Is Said to Have Embezzled Nonprofit Money Rep. Christopher Flanagan, 37, […]
Legal
July 30, 2025
DraftKings Beats Deceptive Conduct Lawsuit in New York
DraftKings secured a new court victory this week as a federal judge in New York dismissed a proposed class action claiming that the company deceived customers with a sign-up bonus offer. The complaint, filed by New York resident Nerye Aminov, alleged DraftKings falsely advertised a $1,000 deposit bonus to attract new customers. DraftKings Defended Its […]
Legal
July 22, 2025
Rio de Janeiro Sues Operators for Safer Gambling Violations
The Public Defender’s Office of the State of Rio de Janeiro has initiated a legal crackdown on operators that have violated the safer gaming rules. The violators in question had insufficient player protection measures in place and breached regulations related to preventing harm. The Office Seeks $54M in Damages The Public Defender’s Office’s legal action […]
Legal
July 17, 2025
DraftKings Settles Problem Gambling Lawsuit in New Jersey
Leading gaming and betting operator DraftKings has settled a problem gambling-related lawsuit in New Jersey. The case in question related to a customer who was allowed and encouraged to play despite exhibiting signs of harm. Compulsive Gambler Misused His Family’s Savings The original lawsuit was filed last year by the problem player’s wife, Lisa D’Alessandro. […]
