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Sweepstakes Guidelines: Laws, Rules and Regulations Governing Sweepstakes Promotions
Sweepstakes Guidelines Help Ensure Fair Play State and federal governmental bodies in the United States have established a comprehensive framework of laws, rules, and regulations
Ask a Fantasy Sports Lawyer: Is DFS Considered Gambling?
The Fantasy Sports Trade Association (“FSTA”) (now the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association (“FSGA”)) reported that the daily fantasy sports (“DFS”) industry generated $2.91 billion
Once Upon a Federal Sports Gambling Bill
In 2018, Utah Senator Orrin Hatch drafted a bill intended to create a framework for federal sports gambling. Readers of this blog will recall that on the
New Jersey Becomes America’s Largest Sports Betting Market
In June 2018, legal sports betting in New Jersey became a long-awaited reality. There are currently eight online/mobile platforms offering sports gambling in New Jersey.
Does Your Business Need a Fantasy Sports Opinion Letter?
Although the proposed merger between FanDuel and DraftKings (the two largest daily fantasy sports service providers) was called off years ago, the fantasy sports industry has only
Why Your Sweepstakes Needs “No Purchase Necessary” Language
Promotional contests and sweepstakes are an effective and cost efficient means to generate buzz and often sales of a given product or service. Consumers are
Sweepstakes Disclaimers: Don’t Put Your Promotion at Risk
This blog post was updated on May 30th, 2022 for comprehensiveness. Promotional contests and sweepstakes are particularly effective ways of creating brand awareness and attracting new customers.
Creating a Viral (And Legally Compliant) “Pin to Win” Contest
We have frequently written about the marketing benefits associated with the use of promotional contests and sweepstakes. Promotional contests and sweepstakes often appear on social
How To Use Promotional Marketing The Legal Way
The use of promotional contests, games and sweepstakes marketing can be a dynamic and cost-effective way to increase sales, build a database of interested consumers
New York Sweepstakes Law: Are You Compliant?
In general, a lottery exists when entrants pay for the chance to win a prize. States alone reserve the right to administer lotteries. Businesses can
Agreement Reached to Enact NY Sports Gambling Law
This week, Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature agreed to a budget deal that will bring mobile sports betting to the State
Running a Sweepstakes? Beware of Triggering the Sweepstakes Consideration Element
Businesses often employ sweepstakes promotions as a marketing vehicle to promote their goods and services. Sweepstakes can also constitute the business itself, e.g., Publishers Clearing