Gambling Addiction Explained

Gambling Addict With Regret

With most things in life, the key to success and enjoyment is moderation. Individuals with addiction problems or addiction prone personalities do not tend to operate in moderation in some aspect of their lives, often times the lack of self control is apparent in multiple aspects of their lives and not just one sole addiction. …

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New Online Poker Site Coming To New Jersey

PalaPoker coming to NJ

As in most of the United States, New Jersey residents must use legitimately regulated online poker sites that are located outside of the country in order to legally access licensed online poker gambling, but there are three main exceptions to that rule. One of those exceptions is the state of New Jersey. Despite the reportedly …

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New Bill Breathes Life Into Sports Betting Legalization

GAME Act could legalize US sports betting

In the wake of the Solicitor General’s report to the Supreme Court of the United States suggesting they not hear New Jersey’s sports betting case, a new Congressional bill has surfaced to carry on the legalization advocacy torch. The Gaming Accountability and Modernization Enhancement (GAME) Act was recently introduced by Representative Frank Pallone in the …

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Video Poker Machines Find Therapeutic Use in Vegas Rehab

Video Poke Machine For Rehab

Rehabilitation facilities often strive to find innovative ways to administer care to their patients. The HealthSouth Rehab hospital in Las Vegas has found an interesting approach to helping stroke victims and patients afflicted by Parkinson’s Disease, amputees and other medical issues affecting motor ability. The staff are using video poker machines to stimulate patients’ prefrontal …

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Alabama Enters DFS Era With Legalization

Alabama passes DFS bill

Alabama becomes the latest state to legalize Daily Fantasy Sports by passing a bill through the state legislature. This marks another victory for big name providers like DraftKings and FanDuel who have been fighting an uphill bill across the nation. The biggest argument with DFS is whether it should be considered a game of skill …

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NHL’s Vegas Franchise Breaks Ice On Sports Betting

Vegas Golden Knights

The NHL stirred up a bit of controversy by becoming the first major professional sports league to launch a franchise in Las Vegas. The Golden Knights are set to enter the league with the 2017-2018 season and a new Sports Illustrated article has revealed the NHL will allow the franchise to have sponsorship deals with …

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Sin City Getting NFL Franchise As Oakland Raiders Move To Las Vegas

Oakland Raiders Football Helmet

Las Vegas is about to enter the NFL fold through the former Oakland Raiders. The league’s team owners gathered and voted 31-1 in favor of allowing the franchise to relocate from Oakland to Las Vegas. While the team isn’t expected to complete the move for another two seasons, the Las Vegas Raiders are set to …

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West Virginia Makes Move To Launch Online Gambling

West Virginia State Seal

West Virginia recently joined the ongoing effort to usher in online gambling. Several Democrat legislators introduced a bill into the West Virginia House of Delegates that would legalize online poker rooms, casinos and racebooks for West Virginia residents. The bill—HB3067—would establish licensing and regulations for the market that its supporters feel could stimulate the state’s economy. …

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