Industry
January 6, 2025
Pennsylvania: Former Skill Games Exec Accused of Taking Bribes
Following a years-long investigation, several individuals and companies are reportedly facing charges of illegal gambling, money laundering, bribery and corruption in Pennsylvania. Attorney General Files Charges Early in 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced an investigation into the former Pace-O-Matic executive, Rick Goodling. At the time, the IRS confirmed that more than $400,000 in […]
Casino
December 30, 2024
Woman Steals Elderly Mother’s Retirement to Go on Gambling Bender
The 56-year-old woman, one K.J.W., is said to have used her power of attorney over her mother’s estate, which she obtained in 2022, to empty the victim’s savings account. K.J.W. received power of attorney after her mother began exhibiting signs of early dementia and entrusted her daughter with her care and finance management. Power of […]
Casino
December 26, 2024
Casino Visitors at Parx Abandon 6YO in Freezing Temperatures
Two adults were found guilty of having abandoned their daughter in the parking lot of the Parx Casino in Pennsylvania. The pair had left their six-year-old girl outside in the parking lot in a Honda CRV car for approximately 45 minutes before security staff discovered the girl inside. The outside temperature at the time of […]
Industry
December 19, 2024
Pennsylvania Fines Evolution for Surveillance Failures and Bans 17 People from Gambling
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has fined Evolution US, LLC, a leading iGaming provider, $25,000 following a lapse in surveillance at its live dealer studio in Philadelphia. The authority also cracked down on several individuals, placing them on its involuntary exclusion lists. These penalties showcase Pennsylvania’s robust regulatory oversight over its gambling sector. The […]
Industry
December 10, 2024
Pennsylvania Stood at the Top in Terms of 2023 Casino Taxes
While Pennsylvania isn’t the first state that people would associate with gambling, the Commonwealth’s industry is not only on par with other major gambling states but also takes the top spot in terms of casino taxes. However, the increased participation in games of chance has also sparked calls for enhanced safer gambling measures. Pennsylvania Reported […]
Legal
December 9, 2024
Commonwealth Court Overturns Philadelphia Ban on Skill Games
Across the United States, skill-based games, offering entertainment similar to traditional slot games but requiring an element of skill in order to win cash prizes, have attracted the attention of lawmakers. In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a citywide ban on the popular skill games was enforced earlier this year. The proposal was supported by Councilmember Curtis Jones […]
Casino
November 25, 2024
Live! Casino Pittsburgh Steps Up Its Game with New Facilities
Live! Casino Pittsburgh, a prominent gaming property in Pennsylvania, has cut the red ribbon of new facilities, offering guests the opportunity to take their gaming experience a step further. The renovation was but the latest improvement in a chain of investments in the venue. The New Facilities Will Enhance the Experience Originally announced this summer, […]
Industry
November 12, 2024
PA Casino Employee Deals Fake Blackjack Hands, Faces Charges
Across the United States, cheating at casinos is subject to different penalties. Oftentimes in cheating cases, more than one person is involved. This is because to successfully cheat on some games, an accomplice such as a dealer or another player is required. In one such criminal case from Pennsylvania, an employee is facing charges after […]
Industry
November 8, 2024
PA Attorney Accused of Stealing $31K from Inmate for Gambling
A 69-year-old attorney is suspected of financial exploitation and theft, after allegedly stealing thousands from a woman who was in prison and used some of the money for gambling activities. Attorney Stealing from Inmate, Disheartening, Says County DA The case from Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, involves an attorney identified with the initials J.A.R. The 69-year-old man […]
Legal
November 4, 2024
Musk’s Sweepstakes Lawsuit Remains in Pennsylvania State Court
A federal judge has ruled that a lawsuit against America PAC, the Elon Musk-backed political action committee (PAC) supporting Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign, will remain in Pennsylvania state court. Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner initiated the legal action, seeking to block America PAC’s controversial daily sweepstakes offering $1 million to registered voters in swing states. […]
