Legal
January 16, 2026
Illegal Gambling Gang Leader Receives 9-Year Sentence for Kidnapping
A notorious gang leader who headed organized crime and illegal gambling from prison has been slammed with a 9-year prison sentence after ordering the kidnapping of a woman. The Leader Organized His Gang from Prison Luis Ramirez, the leader of Westside Riva (WSR), a street gang based in Southern California, has received another prison sentence […]
Legal
January 15, 2026
Former Supreme Court Attorney Faces Trial over High-Stakes Poker
Tom Goldstein built a reputation as one of Washington’s leading lawyers, forging a reputation of excellence in the Supreme Court whose opinion carried significant weight both in court and in academia. However, his professional acumen did little to protect him as he now faces a federal jury over allegations tied to millions of dollars in […]
Legal
January 14, 2026
Trying to Cash in Stolen Ticket Lands Florida Man in Jail
A Florida man has been arrested after allegedly trying to claim a six-figure lottery prize with a stolen ticket. Since the Sunshine State treats lottery tickets as a personal possession worth the prize it wins, the man now risks up to several decades in prison. Electronic Data Determined the Ticket Had Been Stolen A few […]
Legal
January 12, 2026
Aristocrat, Light & Wonder Bury the Hatchet with New Settlement
Aristocrat Leisure Limited and Light & Wonder have released a joint statement, confirming that they have agreed to settle their pending litigation in Australia and the United States. This marks the end of months of IP-related hostilities. Aristocrat and L&W Reach an Agreement The case in question revolved around Light & Wonder’s Dragon Train game, […]
Industry
January 9, 2026
Tribes Unite to Challenge Prediction Markets over Gaming Rights
Native American tribes have united against prediction markets, arguing that such platforms encroached upon territory long governed by tribal gaming law. This newest development marks another chapter in the ongoing high-stakes legal and political disputes over who controls wagering in the United States and the place of tribal operations within the gambling sector. Prediction Platforms […]
Legal
January 9, 2026
Lucky Eagle Casino Shooting Suspect Pleads Not Guilty, Judge Orders Psych Test
Keryan Rashad Jones, 34, the suspect linked to the fatal shooting that claimed two lives at the Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino in September of last year, has pleaded not guilty. However, suspicions rise if Jones can even understand what he is being accused of, so his attorney requested a psychological examination. Casino Shooting Suspect Pleads Not […]
Legal
January 7, 2026
Churchill Downs Secures Decisive Court Win in Michigan
The protracted legal battle between Churchill Downs and the Michigan gaming regulator finally reached its conclusion, marking a pivotal moment for online horse wagering in the United States. On January 6, the federal court issued a decisive ruling in favor of the Louisville-based operator, permanently blocking Michigan’s attempt to shut down TwinSpires, Churchill Downs’ advance […]
Legal
January 5, 2026
Casino in Hot Water for Firing Dealer Who Suffered Heart Attack
Horseshoe Casino Baltimore has found itself in hot water due to its alleged firing of an employee who suffered a heart attack. An agency representing the employee in question is now suing the property, seeking damages. Horseshoe Casino Baltimore Terminated the Worker in Question The case relates to Quann Massey, a worker who joined the […]
Legal
January 2, 2026
Drake and Adin Ross Face Legal Action over Alleged Illegal Gambling Promotion
A new legal dispute in the USA has placed two of the internet’s most recognizable figures at the center of a heated debate over influencer-driven gambling promotion. Music superstar Drake and popular streamer Adin Ross are named in a newly filed class-action lawsuit that accuses them of helping direct consumers toward real-money gambling through the […]
Legal
December 17, 2025
Evolution Lawsuit May Overshadow Playtech’s Hidden Value According to Analysts
Playtech’s share price has faced enduring pressure throughout the year, mainly due to the uncertainty of its involvement in the long-running legal battle with live casino supplier Evolution. While analysts argue that the market is overlooking the hidden value in Playtech’s investment portfolio, the evolving litigation continues to cloud sentiment and suppress the stock. Investors […]
