Casino

Federal Court Upholds Eklutna Tribe’s Casino Venture Amid Local Controversy

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Anchorage, Alaska — A U.S. District Court judge has ruled in favor of a tribal casino near Anchorage, backing the Native Village of Eklutna and its newly opened Chin’an Gaming Hall. The ruling comes amid contention from local residents who attempted to halt the project, citing concerns over traffic and noise disturbances in their community. The judge, James L. Robart, firmly dismissed arguments from Birchwood residents who contested the tribe’s federal recognition. According to Robart’s decision, the Eklutna tribal government was recognized by the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs in 1993. Furthermore, he pointed out … Read more

"From Biscuits to Bills: New Zealand’s Quirky Casino of Democracy Revives Fair Play in Legislation"

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WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A biscuit tin may seem a simple object, but in the halls of New Zealand’s Parliament, it serves as a vital instrument of democracy. This unassuming metal container, purchased in the early 1990s, is the heart of a unique legislative lottery that randomly selects which proposed laws will be debated by lawmakers. The ritual begins when a rare opening arises on Parliament’s legislative schedule. During a recent draw, staff gathered to witness the ceremonial selection, where numbered bingo tokens representing various bills were cast into the tin. The atmosphere was lively, … Read more

Chancery Court Rules Grand’s Waterfront Property Outside State Ownership, Sparking New Legal Tensions in Biloxi Casino Dispute

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BILOXI, Miss. — A recent ruling from a chancery court judge has significant implications for the ownership of property linked to Harrah’s Casino, previously known as The Grand. The judge declared that a portion of the waterfront land held by the casino is not owned by the state, a decision stemming from historical land grants dating back to Spanish colonial rule. The Grand, which underwent a rebranding to Harrah’s in 2014, is still recognized as the property owner in records. The ruling, announced on Friday, references the state Supreme Court’s earlier resolution in the case … Read more

Las Vegas Jury Awards $15 Million in Slip-and-Fall Case at Cosmopolitan Casino

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Las Vegas, NV – A woman who suffered severe leg injuries from a slip on a spilled drink at a Las Vegas casino was awarded $15 million by a Nevada state court jury, according to courtroom recordings by Courtroom View Network. The plaintiff, Debbie Fenton, developed Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) following her fall at a private event at The Cosmopolitan Hotel in 2021. The incident led Fenton to seek compensation, citing ongoing severe pain and medical complications linked to the incident. Lawyers argued that the rapid occurrence of the accident after the drink was … Read more