Poker and the Law
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Holds Oversight Hearing to Discuss Online Gaming
02-09-2012, , 1
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs will hold an oversight hearing to discuss how the DOJ's new interpretation of the 1961 Wire act will affect the gaming interests of Indian tribes.
DOJ Responds to Elie's & Campos' Motions to Dismiss; Judge Refuses to Dismiss Charges
02-08-2012, , 1
On Monday, the Department of Justice filed a response to Chad Elie & John Campos' motion to dimiss. The following day, a federal judge refused to dismiss the charges.
U.S. Digital Gaming's Richard Bronson: "It's Game Time" for Online Poker
02-06-2012,
U.S. Digital Gaming founder Richard "Skip" Bronson weighs in on online gaming legislation.
District of Columbia Ready to Repeal Online Gambling Legislation
01-31-2012,
Washington, D.C. could repeal its online gambling legislation.
Will Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid Push Federal Online Poker Legislation in 2012?
01-20-2012, , 1
A look at what Harry Reid's latest comments to GamblingCompliance.com could mean for federal online poker legislation.
Iowa Senator to Draft Bill for Intrastate Online Poker
01-18-2012,
Iowa Sen. Jeff Danielson says he plans to draft an Internet poker bill in Iowa sometime in the near future.
The Insiders: Groupe Bernard Tapie Lawyer, Behnam Dayanim
01-02-2012, , 3
Behnam Dayanim, the U.S.-based lawyer for GBT, discusses the Full Tilt Poker acquisition.
Top 10 Stories of 2011: #1, Black Friday
01-01-2012, , 3
As 2011 comes to an end, we've decided to take a look back at the Top 10 Stories of the year, concluding with the biggest story of the year: Black Friday.
A Look at the Nevada Gaming Commission's Online Poker Regulations
12-28-2011,
A look at the regulations that the Nevada Gaming Commission recently passed regarding online poker.
U.S. Department of Justice Opinion: Wire Act Only Applies to Sports Betting (UPDATED)
12-23-2011, , 8
The United States Department of Justice has changed its stance on the Wire Act, which could affect online poker.
Nevada Passes Online Poker Regulations
12-22-2011, , 4
The Nevada Gaming Commission has approved regulations for intrastate online poker, becoming the first state in the United States to do so.
No End-of-Year Fireworks for Federal Online Poker Legislation in the United States
12-22-2011,
The opportunity to pass legislation to license and regulate online poker in 2011 has passed.
Absolute Poker Cofounder Brent Beckley Pleads Guilty to Criminal Charges
12-20-2011, , 2
On Tuesday, December 20, the Associated Press reported that Brent Beckley, co-founder of Absolute Poker, plead guilty to criminal charges of conspiracy to commit bank fraud and wire fraud
PokerStars Among 38 Operators Granted Online Gaming Licenses in Denmark
12-15-2011,
PokerStars, 888, bwin.party, PKR and Unibet were among the 38 operators awarded online gambling licenses in Denmark.
Defendant Responds to MGM Resorts Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
12-12-2011, , 1
Adam Majewski filed a motion to dismiss the trademark infringement lawsuit filed by MGM Resorts International.
Exclusive Interview with Congressman Joe Barton
11-29-2011,
Joe Barton discusses online poker legislation.
Internet Poker Hearings Give Reason for Optimism
11-21-2011,
A recap of the Internet poker hearings that took place on Capitol Hill on Nov. 17 and Nov. 18, 2011.
Groupe Bernard Tapie Signs Deal with DOJ to Acquire Full Tilt Poker for $80 Million
11-17-2011, , 4
Groupe Bernard Tapie Signs Deal with DOJ to Acquire Full Tilt Poker for $80 million.
PPA Chairman Al D'Amato Among Witnesses in This Week's Internet Poker Hearings
11-17-2011,
A look at the witness list for the congressional hearings on Internet poker. Among those on the list are Al D'Amato, chairman of the Poker Players Alliance.
Nevada to Take Applications in February for Internet Poker Licenses
11-14-2011,
On Monday, VegasInc.com reported that Nevada’s Gaming Control Board will begin accepting applications in February from companies looking to obtain licenses to operate online poker sites.
DOJ Responds to the Pretrial Motions of Elie & Campos
11-11-2011, , 4
On Friday, the DOJ had filed a response to the pre-trial motions of Chad Elie & John Campos, two of the men indicted on Black Friday.
Senate and House to Hold Hearings on Internet Poker Next Week; D'Amato to Testify
11-11-2011, , 1
Poker Players Alliance chairman Al D'Amato will testify next week in one of two hearings on Internet poker on Capitol Hill next week.
House Subcommittee Hearing Witnesses Speak Favorably for Online Poker
10-26-2011, , 2
On Tuesday, the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade held a hearing regarding licensing and regulating online gaming.
The Nightly Turbo: Layoffs at Pocket Kings Ltd., Tom McEvoy's Game Face, and More
10-24-2011,
An estimated 180 employees at Pocket Kings Ltd. were laid off last week, and former Team PokerStars Pro member Tom McEvoy has a new online poker home.
PPA Chairman Alfonse D'Amato Will Be Witness at Subcommittee Hearing on Internet Poker
10-20-2011, , 1
Poker Players Alliance chairman Alfonse D'Amato will be a witness at the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade hearing on Internet poker.
Tony G Considering Legal Action Against Alderney Gambling Control Commission
10-11-2011, , 10
Antanas “Tony G” Guoga announces a massive legal action against the AGCC claiming negligence in the handling of their licensee, Full Tilt Poker.
Online Poker Petition Deadline Looms; Poker Players Alliance Urges Players to Sign
10-11-2011, , 4
Are Americans really more interested in aliens that poker? Seems so. The online poker petition is lagging.
Poker Players Alliance Meets with DOJ Regarding Full Tilt Poker Player Funds
10-07-2011, , 5
The Poker Players Alliance met with the Department of Justice to stress the importance of American citizens getting back their Full Tilt Poker money.
Cardroom International Files Lawsuit Against Full Tilt Poker & PokerStars
10-05-2011, , 4
Cardroom International claims that the owners of FTP and PokerStars cost them millions through the operation of an illegal gambling business.
Commonwealth of Kentucky Files Claim for Indicted Online Poker Domains
10-05-2011, , 6
The Commonwealth of Kentucky filed a claim for the rights to online poker domain names that were indicted on April 15.
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