Atlantic City Casinos to Keep Smoking: Judge Rejects Ban in Recent Ruling
Atlantic City, N.J. — A lawsuit aiming to prohibit smoking within Atlantic City’s casinos was recently dismissed by a judge, marking a significant decision in the ongoing debate surrounding smoking regulations in these entertainment hubs. The lawsuit, brought forth by a casino workers’ union concerned about the health impacts of secondhand smoke, argued that the current allowance of smoking in designated areas within casinos posed serious health risks. The casinos, which currently operate under a state law permitting smoking on 25% of the casino floors, have long been a battleground for smoking regulation. This lawsuit … Read more