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NY Daily Fantasy Sports In Jeopardy After Gambling Ruling

By Zachary Zagger. Law360 (October 31, 2018, 5:16 PM EDT) — A New York state court’s recent ruling that daily fantasy sports contests are gambling exposes operators like DraftKings Inc. and FanDuel Inc. to legal risks that were thought to be resolved and may force the companies to lobby for an amendment to the state […]

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Massachusetts to Tax Fantasy Sports?

January 26, 2018 New omnibus gaming legislation has been introduced to the Massachusetts State Senate which, if enacted, will significantly affect fantasy sports operators conducting business in the Commonwealth.  Introduced with an eye towards preparing for potential legalized sports gambling in the event that New Jersey prevails in its fight against the Professional and Amateur

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Fantasy Sports Lawyer Analysis of Pennsylvania’s New Daily Fantasy Sports Law

November 2, 2017 Pennsylvania recently became the 17th state to legalize paid-entry fantasy sports contests when Governor Tom Wolfe signed a bill into law that also includes provisions for poker and other casino-style games.  The law includes important regulations for fantasy sports operators that wish to do business in the Commonwealth. What are Some Key

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New Jersey Fantasy Sports Regulations Coming Soon?

April 5, 2017 The New Jersey Assembly’s Appropriations Committee has passed a bill aimed at establishing fantasy sports regulations to govern fantasy sports contests and their operators within the State.  Passage of the proposal in the Committee ensures advancement to the full Assembly for prospective debate and vote. What are some of the key components

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Texas Lawmaker Introduces Fantasy Sports Bill; Fantasy Sports Lawyers Scrutinize the Details

March 15, 2017 A State Senator in Texas recently introduced a new bill that would legalize fantasy sports contests and implement regulations governing their operation.  Fantasy sports lawyers understand that stakes for this bill are high as the statehouse meets only every two years, meaning that any unsuccessful efforts at passage would result in legalization

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