Gaming Law
Riess LeMieux has an understanding of gaming law that stretches back to the legalization of gaming in Louisiana. Our firm’s multi-disciplinary background has proven beneficial in matters involving gaming law and casinos, including workouts, reorganization, and other disputes.
Our attorneys have also assisted gaming clients in acquiring gaming assets through bankruptcy proceedings, which included structuring the transaction, developing agreements to purchase, managing the myriad gaming law issues, and addressing other outstanding legal matters that must be resolved prior to completing the acquisition. Our firm’s multi-disciplinary approach contributes to our ability to provide efficient and effective legal counsel and representation to our gaming clients.
Recent News
Legal Update: Jones v. Michaels Stores, Inc. (March 2021)
Is an arbitrator’s disregard of the law a valid basis to overturn an arbitration award? A federal appeals court recently reiterated that “manifest disregard of the law” is not a proper basis for a court to overturn an arbitration award. In Jones v. Michaels Stores Inc., the U.S. Fifth Circuit held that arbitration awards may only be vacated for the reasons set forth in the Federal Arbitration Act, 9 U.S.C. § 10 (FAA), which does not include manifest disregard of the law.
How to Explain Liens & Notices to Customers
Jonathan S. Forester explains the importance of having policies in place for notices and liens if you are a construction business, which will help manage financial risks. Please check out our resources page for more Riess LeMieux content.