Sports betting has become a widely popular pastime in the United States, and the industry is growing rapidly. Our sports betting attorneys have represented operators, affiliates, and service providers for decades. While acceptance of wagers is limited to licensed operators in certain states, the industry has flourished nationwide with the emergence of fantasy sports, e-sports, sports pick services, social betting, and oddsmakers. Given recent changes in federal law, new jurisdictions are legalizing the activity on a regular basis. We can assist in navigating the complex intersection of state and federal gaming law and mitigate legal risks.
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Recent Developments in Sports Betting Law
Sports betting is reaching a fever pitch in the United States. With recent legal developments in the sports wagering field, gaming entrepreneurs across the nation are racing to get a piece of the action. Numerous states have legalized some form of sports betting, and legislation is pending in many others. However, the nuances of sports betting law are tricky, requiring careful attention…Read More here
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Where is sports betting legal in the US?
Following a landmark Supreme Court ruling in May 2018 that placed the sports betting legalization question into the hands of individual states, the floodgates started to open. Several states were up and running by the time the year came to a close, and more have followed since then. In the coming months and years, additional states will follow suit. Here’s a current list of states where sports betting has been legalized.