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Case Name (Date)
Bownes et al. v. International Game Technology PLC et al.
24-cv-528, D. Nev.
(Nov. 2024)
Product/Service
Wheel of Fortune machines at casinos, including MGM Resorts International, Bally’s Corporation, PENN Entertainment, Station Casinos, and Boyd Gaming Corp.
Allegations
Failing to disclose that spins on the Bonus Wheel are programmed to stop more frequently on the lower monetary amounts
Status
Pending
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