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New Hampshire Judge sets aside 2018 OLC Opinion; Rules in Favor of Lotteries and Mobile Gaming
New Hampshire Judge Overturns DOJ Wire Act Opinion Written by: Tony Batt On the other hand, the iDEA trade association that represents companies involved in regulated internet gambling said it was thrilled with Barbadoro’s decision. “The order today means that states can continue to legalize online entertainment, including casino, lottery and poker,” said Jeff Ifrah,… Read More
Mobile Gaming in Massachusetts: How Independent Mobile Betting Protects the Consumer
State of Independence Representatives from DraftKings recently visited the Massachusetts State House to remind a key House legislator of the benefits of mobile-based betting. Fortunately for DraftKings and other mobile gaming operators, Massachusetts is one of a handful of states that should be relatively open to mobile gambling because there are few casino interests at… Read More
Courthouse News Article covers response to DOJ’s controversial OLC Opinion. Jeff Ifrah discusses the role of iDEA Growth in the New Hampshire lawsuit seeking to challenge it.
Worries of Online Gambling Crackdown Spur States to Action By: Nick Rummell With the Justice Department agreeing to postpone enforcement of its new policy until June 14, all eyes now await the ruling by U.S. District Judge Paul Barbadoro in New Hampshire. “It won’t stand for long,” attorney Jeff Ifrah said of the OLC policy… Read More
Contributing author, Jeff Ifrah, presents key economic benefits for legalized online gaming in Ohio
Opinion: Revenue awaits with legalized mobile sports betting This legislative session is the opportunity for lawmakers to provide a safe and legal environment for Ohioans to take part in online betting and gaming, as well as the anticipated economic boon that would result from a new source of state income. There’s growing momentum in Ohio… Read More
Gongwer News Service interviews Jeff Ifrah as Ohio hears sponsored testimony to add mobile device betting to its Sports Gambling Bill
Five states, Mr. Ifrah added, currently operate mobile gaming in some form. “Obviously, they’re not doing that illegally,” he said. Mr. Ifrah said the concerns often come from casinos. “Most of the time the real concern – even though it’s not necessarily a spoken one – is cannibalization. Sometimes the casinos are just worried that… Read More
Jeff Ifrah quoted by ESPN amid New Hampshire Legal Sports Betting Case Decision
Why a New Hampshire legal case is vital to U.S. sports betting growth Ryan Rodenberg Special to ESPN.com The yet-to-be-resolved case has not stopped states from moving forward with sports betting legislation, however. “While the case has been pending, dozens of states have introduced new sports gambling legislation, and a handful have passed such legislation,”… Read More
Ifrah Law Recognized Nationwide for Gaming & Licensing Law by Chambers USA
Chambers USA, the leading global rankings directory of lawyers and law firms, recognized Ifrah Law at the national level in Gaming & Licensing Law. Jeff Ifrah, the firm’s founding partner, was again ranked in the categories of Gaming & Licensing and Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations in the directory’s 2019 Guide. This marks the ninth year that Mr. Ifrah has… Read More
Jeff Ifrah to Present at Tribal Sports Betting Conference in Tulsa
On Tuesday, April 30th, Jeff Ifrah will moderate the panel presentation “The Business of Sports Betting – Finding the Right Partners”. He will also be featured as a panelist for the discussion “The State of the States”. These exciting events will take place at the Tribal Sports Betting Conference located at the Hotel Indigo in… Read More
Jeff Ifrah Poses Three Arguments Against Bad Actor Provisions in Illinois Gaming Legislation
As Illinois gears up to pass online gaming legislation, the debate to include “Bad Actor” provisions is taking full effect. The inclusion of a “Bad Actor” provision prohibits certain operators who have violated existing gaming law from applying for an online gaming license. Illinois’ established racetracks and casinos are pushing for the legislation as way… Read More
Whitney Fore Quoted by USBets Regarding NCAA’s Move to Prohibit Sports Betting by Athletes
In a recent article by USBets, author Brian Pempus spoke with Ifrah Law associate Whitney Fore regarding the NCAA President Mark Emmert’s comment that he would like to prohibit athletes from placing sports bets in states where it’s legal. “At first blush, the NCAA’s and the NFL’s policies seem overbroad to address any integrity issues… Read More
