Writer: John L. Smith
Bruising document shows Walters’ defense is going ‘all in’ in federal insider trading case
Perhaps it’s too soon to use the gambling expression “all in” to describe the strategy of attorneys who are representing Las Vegas sports... more
Walters case: No longer the ‘lock of the year?’
The lock of the year — that’s what a cocky sports tout might have called the FBI’s insider trading case against legendary Las Vegas... more
Walters wins a round in insider trading case: Will it matter?
On the way to making its insider trading case against Las Vegas gambler and developer Bill Walters, the FBI now has to address an insider... more
A missing present under the Las Vegas tree? Free Parking!
From the sound of some of the teary laments, you’re forgiven for thinking someone just kidnapped Santa Claus in Las Vegas. The scandal... more
When it comes to anti-money laundering compliance compliance, the best defense remains a good offense for casino industry
Whether you consider it a clear sign of maturity, or adherence to the adage that “the best defense is a good offense,” the gaming industry... more
Dim the lights of the Las Vegas Strip for … Fidel Castro?
His name never graced a Strip marquee or splashed along a major thoroughfare, but former Cuban President Fidel Castro had a substantial... more
Possible grand jury leak? Walters’ defense grinds away against tough odds
It’s hard not to make Las Vegas gambler and developer Bill Walters a substantial underdog after his May in a federal insider trading... more
The Cannabis Conundrum in Casinos
Las Vegas resorts refuse to ban smoking in casinos. But what about toking? For now, the answer is easy. No pot, no way, no how. But it’s... more
Casino gambling in Nebraska again fails to materialize, sort of
The gambling ghosts of Omaha were restless once again this year, but Nebraska voters won’t have the option to decide whether they want to... more
Las Vegas Raiders: A misunderstanding, or is the honeymoon phase coming to an end?
In football, the field is always 100 yards long. In business, it’s possible to move the goal line. Call it speculation from the cheap... more
