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James Trusty Speaks with Law360 on DHS’ New Immigrant Data Rule
Privacy Advocates Decry DHS’ New Immigrant Data Rule Law360, New York (September 27, 2017, 9:18 PM EDT) — A new U.S. Department of Homeland Security rule outlining the types of information that can be stored in immigration files has drawn fire from privacy advocates who argue the information is overly broad and may be used for discriminatory… Read More
Ifrah Law Submits Amicus Brief to U.S. Supreme Court in New Jersey Sports Betting Case, Christie vs. NCAA
In early September, Ifrah Law submitted an amicus brief to the United States Supreme Court in the case of Christie vs. NCAA, the New Jersey sports betting case whose outcome is expected to have a significant impact on the gaming industry in this country and upon the issues of states’ rights generally. Ifrah Law, along… Read More
Gambling Compliance Interviews Jeff Ifrah on The Likely Outcome of the SCOTUS NJ Sports Gambling Case
New Jersey Cites States’ Rights In U.S. Supreme Court New Jersey on Tuesday filed an initial brief asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the federal ban on sports betting, arguing that the law exceeds Congress’ authority by compelling states to prohibit wagering on sports. The Supreme Court is expected to hear New Jersey’s argument… Read More
Jeff Ifrah Quoted by EGR North America about Massachusetts’ Online Gambling Report and What it Means for the Industry
Reaching critical mass: What does the MA report on online gambling mean for DFS and egaming stakeholders? The Massachusetts special commission on online gambling delivered its long-awaited report in late July, but does it have any immediate impact for the industry The Massachusetts special commission charged with investigating how best to legalize and regulate egaming… Read More
James Trusty Interviewed About Recent Trump-Russia Grand Jury Revelations
Trump-Russia grand jury: What you need to know 2nd phase in special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation uses powerful tool to issue subpoenas In a federal courthouse in Washington, D.C., between 16 and 23 citizens have reportedly been meeting in secret for weeks, tasked with deciding whether to bring charges in a probe of alleged collusion… Read More
Gambling Compliance Quotes Jeff Ifrah on Outcome of Calvin Ayre’s US Criminal Case
Bodog, ‘Black Friday’ Cases Winding Down With A Whimper The conclusion of Bodog founder Calvin Ayre’s U.S. criminal case may strengthen the hand of PokerStars founder Isai Scheinberg in New York, but is not necessarily indicative of a more relaxed stance on offshore gambling at the U.S. Department of Justice, according to legal experts. The… Read More
James Trusty Quoted by the WSJ about Impact of the Current Political Climate on the Justice Department
Justice Department Morale Is Unaffected After Trump Rebukes, Deputy AG Says Rod Rosenstein defends priorities of increased immigration enforcement and targeting of violent crime and drug offenses U.S. Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein said morale at the Justice Department remains “pretty good,” despite concerns by current and former prosecutors that President Donald Trump’s rebukes of… Read More
Law360 quotes Jessica Feil on the Top 5 Esports Legal Issues to Watch
Esports Issues Attorneys Should Watch By Zachary Zagger Law360, New York (July 20, 2017, 4:59 PM EDT) — The industry for competitive video game playing, or esports, is moving into the mainstream, but there are still several moving parts to its development that should keep attorneys on their toes. Sixteen teams competed in February for a… Read More
Rachel Hirsch to Give Legal Insights about Performance Marketing at Affiliate Summit East 2017
Session 3C: An Advertiser, Affiliate Network, and Lawyer Walk Into A Bar An in-depth discussion on how to strive for strong traffic relationships, thrive with best practices, and survive in the ever-changing world of performance marketing. NETWORKING PLUS (with session ticket) and VIP (Networking pass holders may attend by purchasing an individual session ticket) Event:Affiliate Summit… Read More
BuzzFeed News Interviews James Trusty about DOJ Morale after Latest Backlash from President
Morale Is Low At The Justice Department As Trump Again Attacks Jeff Sessions President Trump once again lashed out at Attorney General Jeff Sessions and his number two, Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein. The mood at DOJ right now is “sober resignation,” one current attorney told BuzzFeed News. Amid all of the uncertainty — and… Read More
