Legal Headlines

By Sadonna Price

Pennsylvania Lawmakers Weigh Casino Smoking Ban Legislation

September 21, 2023

Summary: State House Health Committee Chairman Dan Frankel held the hearing. Casino dealers and gaming/health experts were on hand. Casino operators did not testify during the hearing. After banning smoking in most public areas over a decade ago, some lawmakers feel it is now time to close all loopholes to protect the public, especially casino […]

By Sadonna Price

Las Vegas Casino Employee Unions Consider Strike Over Contract Talk Issues

September 8, 2023

Summary: A new five-year bargaining agreement is in the works. A strike will occur at the month’s end if no deal is made. The unions have been in talks since April with Caesars Entertainment, MGM, and Wynn Resorts. Since April, the Culinary Workers Local 226 and the Bartenders Local 165 have been negotiating with casinos […]

By Sadonna Price

North Carolina Casino Opponents Rally in Raleigh

September 6, 2023

Summary: Opponents are known as Citizens for Good Growth in Rockingham County, Inc. The group is focused on the harms of casinos and gambling. The trip aimed to convince lawmakers to vote no on casino projects. Casinos are possibly coming to North Carolina, and a group of opponents are hoping to stop any projects from […]

By Sadonna Price

Former Sen. Sanborn Accused of Using COVID-19 Funds for Casino

September 1, 2023

Summary: Sanborn owns the Concord Casino in Concord, NH. The former senator may be banned from operating casinos permanently. Sanborn says he is innocent of all charges. During the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses across the United States were shut down in an attempt to slow the spread of the disease. Over time, the […]

By Sadonna Price

NY Casino Applicant Process Continues as Regulators Release Q&As

August 31, 2023

Regulators released a 103-page report with procedures and regulatory steps. There are 11 applicants seeking licensing. Additional questions will be due in the future by applicants. The process of seeing casinos added to the downstate area of New York is well underway. There are 11 applicants who hope to be chosen for a license to […]

By Sadonna Price

DOJ Responds to State Gaming Regulators Request Involving Offshore Gambling

August 30, 2023

Summary: States want the DOJ to tackle offshore sports betting and casinos. The DOJ says it is investigating the matter. Charges will reportedly be made when violations are substantiated. On Tuesday, the Nevada Gaming Control Board publicized a letter from the Department of Justice in response to several states’ requests to fight illegal offshore casinos […]

By Sadonna Price

Small Business Owners Unite in Virginia for Skill Game Legislation

August 17, 2023

Summary: The group is educating lawmakers on the importance of such gaming. The General Assembly is being urged to legalize the activity. Skill games will provide supplemental income. Small business owners in Virginia are coming together to try and legalize skill games in Virginia. The Virginia Merchants and Amusement Coalition (VA MAC) would like to […]

By Jayson Peter

Seneca Nation President Not Happy with New York Casino Compact Negotiations

August 16, 2023

Summary: Negotiations have not been favorable, according to the tribal president. Proposals are reportedly ‘absurd and an insult.’ Seneca leaders are committed to reaching a fair and just agreement. The Seneca Nation is a tribal group located in New York State that offers casino gaming services. The tribe is in the process of renegotiating its […]

By Sadonna Price

Mixed Reaction to Possible iGaming in Maryland Via Lawmakers

August 15, 2023

Summary: Legislation in the works for Maryland iGaming in 2024. Opposing lawmakers fear more problems with gambling addiction. Proponents see new funds for education needs and state revenues. Sports betting is big business in Maryland. The state has seen great growth in a short time, which has led to the discussion of online casino gaming. […]

By Sadonna Price

Ameristar Casino Black Hawk and Others Sued by Blackjack Player

August 9, 2023

Summary: Joseph Shiraef played cards at the casino in 2021. Shiraef was not allowed to leave the casino and accused of criminal violations. He is suing for the actions taken against him. Joseph Shiraef of Georgia was in the Denver area back in 2021 when he was subject to a long layover at the local […]