In a surprising turn of events, Running Aces Casino & Racetrack has filed a lawsuit against three rival casinos in the Twin Cities area, alleging that they have been offering unauthorized and illegal gambling activities. The lawsuit names Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Canterbury Park, and Grand Casino Mille Lacs as the defendants in the case.
According to the complaint filed by Running Aces, the rival casinos have been illegally offering poker and blackjack games that are only supposed to be exclusive to Running Aces under a tribal gaming compact with the state of Minnesota. The lawsuit claims that the unauthorized games have caused a significant loss of revenue for Running Aces, as players are choosing to frequent the other casinos instead.
Running Aces alleges that the rival casinos have been operating these unauthorized games in plain sight, without any regard for the law or the terms of the gaming compact. The lawsuit also claims that the actions of the defendants have caused irreparable harm to Running Aces’ business and reputation.
The lawsuit seeks an injunction to immediately stop the rival casinos from offering the unauthorized games, as well as damages for lost revenue and any other damages suffered as a result of the illegal activities. Running Aces has also requested a trial by jury to determine the extent of the damages and any other remedies that may be available.
Officials from Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Canterbury Park, and Grand Casino Mille Lacs have yet to respond to the lawsuit, but industry experts believe that this legal battle could have significant implications for the gaming industry in Minnesota. The outcome of this case could potentially set a precedent for how gaming compacts are enforced and could have a lasting impact on the relationships between tribal and non-tribal casinos in the state.
As the case moves forward, all eyes will be on Running Aces and its legal team as they seek to prove their claims and hold the rival casinos accountable for their alleged actions. This lawsuit could potentially reshape the landscape of the gaming industry in Minnesota and pave the way for a new era of compliance and regulation in the state.