Sweepstakes & Gaming Law

SCOTUS to Decide Whether Coinbase Sweepstakes Matter Goes to Arbitration

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On November 3, 2023, the United States Supreme Court granted a writ for certiorari in Coinbase Inc. v. Suski. Before the Court is the issue of whether silence as to arbitration in Coinbase’s Sweepstakes Contest Rules affects the arbitration clause contained in its User Agreement. In general, companies prefer to arbitrate consumer complaints because it […]

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Reese’s Potential Sweepstakes Law Violation

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As Halloween approaches, so does the kick-off to the official holiday season. During this time of celebration, companies double-down with exciting sales, promotions and sweepstakes. One such business is Reese’s, owned by The Hershey Company. Unfortunately, Reese’s may find itself on the receiving end of regulatory action and/or a consumer lawsuit, as it appears that

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NY Fantasy Sports Regulations Ban Prop Betting

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Last Thursday, the New York State Gaming Commission adopted New York Rule 5602.1(a)(4), outlawing fantasy sports contests that are based on proposition betting, a popular sports betting option. The New York States Gaming Commission (“GC” or the “Commission”) is the official governing body in charge of overseeing casino gaming, charitable gaming, horse racing, lottery, and

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The Importance of a Valid Sweepstakes AMOE

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A recent Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) action against, and settlement with, Publisher’s Clearing House (“PCH”) highlights the importance of offering consumers a free alternative means of entry into all sweepstakes promotions (also referred to as a “sweepstakes AMOE”).  Sweepstakes operators may enable consumers to enter a sweepstakes via the purchase of a product or service.

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Reminder: Quebec Sweepstakes Guidelines Exempt U.S.-Based Contests!

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Businesses are turning to sweepstakes contests to generate new leads and retain existing customers. Over the years, such promotional efforts have proven to attract customers in virtually every industry. Companies that create these promotions for United States and Canada residents must be sure to follow applicable state, federal, and even “provincial” laws. Sweepstakes guidelines vary

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“Best Practices” Announced for New Jersey Gambling Marketing Campaigns

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In a recent press release, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, and Division of Gaming Enforcement (“DGE”) Director David Rebuck, announced several new initiatives to strengthen New Jersey’s responsible gambling protocols. In addition to creating a new position dedicated to responsible gaming, the effort establishes new industry advertising standards, among other things. These new

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New Coalition for Responsible Sports Betting Advertising

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Just last week, a combined group of nine professional sports organizations and media outlets came together and announced that they had formed the Coalition for Responsible Sports Betting Advertising (“Coalition”). Members of this voluntary Coalition are committed to helping to ensure a responsible approach to sports betting marketing. The historic formation comes at a time

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