Legal
May 15, 2026
22 Plead Not Guilty in Indiana Gambling Ring Case
This Thursday, 22 defendants tied to a sprawling illegal gambling case in northwest Indiana entered not guilty pleas. According to prosecutors, the defendants were part of a tightly run sports wagering ring that operated out of local businesses and had considerable reach across the USA. The indictment identifies two venues, Gino’s Steakhouse and Paragon Restaurant, […]
Legal
May 14, 2026
FanDuel Addiction Lawsuit Sent to Arbitration
A high-profile lawsuit involving FanDuel will move out of public view after a federal judge ordered the dispute to be sifted to private arbitration. The complaint was brought by Amit Patel, a former finance executive for the Jacksonville Jaguars, who admitted to embezzling more than $20 million from the team. Patel argues that the operator […]
Legal
May 14, 2026
Former Texas Lottery Commission Director Was Briefly Indicted for Abuse of Office
The former director of the Texas Lottery Commission, Gary Grief, has been indicted for abuse of office. However, the case was quickly dismissed, according to court documents. The Texas Lottery Commission Was Embroiled in a Huge Scandal Grief first came under fire due to the $95 million Lotto jackpot scandal in 2023, which prompted the […]
Legal
May 12, 2026
Waitress Sues Casino over Disputed High-Stakes Tip
A Maryland waitress thought an unexpected tip had changed her life. Instead, she alleges that her employer took everything. Tajia Mackyeon filed a federal lawsuit against MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino this month, claiming that the casino illegally seized a $76,000 tip she received from a high-stakes player. A High-Stakes Patron Showed Surprising Generosity […]
Industry
May 12, 2026
Lawmakers Raise Alarm over Rise in Youth Gambling
A group of lawmakers is raising alarms about the growing reach of online gambling, fearing that young Americans could develop addiction problems by engaging in high-risk behavior through apps designed to feel routine. In a letter dated May 11, five members of Congress contacted executives at major sports betting and prediction market operators, asking how […]
Legal
May 11, 2026
Celebrity Chef Named in Federal Gambling Investigation
Federal prosecutors have revealed new details about what they describe as a massive gambling and extortion network. The case involves 22 individuals and stretches far beyond the region. The indictment, which became public in April, reveals that the suspects operated out of two restaurants- Gino’s Steakhouse in Merrillville and Paragon in Hobart, using them as […]
Legal
May 8, 2026
Judge Lowered Bail of Former Las Vegas Police Officer Charged with Stalking
Former Las Vegas officer Jason De La Garrigue appeared at the Regional Justice Center facing multiple aggravated stalking charges. Judge Nadia Wood lowered his bail to $250,000, down from $1 million, after hearing arguments from De La Garrigue’s attorney, David Roger, the prosecutor, and testimony from individuals who claim they were stalked. Jason De La […]
Prediction Markets
May 6, 2026
Federal Judge Halts Arizona Case Against Kalshi
Prediction platform Kalshi has won a notable legal victory in Arizona, blocking state officials from pursuing criminal charges against the company. US District Judge Michael Liburdi issued a ruling that prevents Attorney General Kris Mayes from prosecuting the New York-based firm under Arizona’s gambling laws. The decision reinforces Kalshi’s arguments that it only answers to […]
Legal
May 6, 2026
Herndon Moves to Block Downtown Casino as Legal Battle Looms
A plan to build a casino in downtown Herndon, Virginia, has been brought to a standstill after the Planning Commission moved forward with a resolution aimed at prohibiting future casino development, potentially triggering a legal dispute with the developer. Herndon Officials Block Casino Development According to FOX 5, the casino was proposed for a site […]
Legal
May 4, 2026
Kalshi Hit with Class-Action Lawsuit in Massachusetts
Leading prediction market platform Kalshi now faces another legal challenge in Massachusetts, where a bettor claims the company is operating in violation of state gambling law. The lawsuit, filed at Suffolk Superior Court, charges Kalshi with running an unlicensed sportsbook operation while presenting itself as a financial exchange. Kalshi Allegedly Lacks Critical Consumer Safeguards The […]
