PokerStars Founder Isai Scheinberg Sentenced to Time Served in Final Chapter of the Black Friday Saga

Nearly 10 years after Black Friday changed online poker in the US forever, the case is finally closed. 731d3j


Convicted Black Friday Payment Processor Chad Elie Loses Claim Against Gaming Attorney

All allegations against Ifrah Law dismissed.


Judge Orders Delay in Black Friday Defendant Chad Elie's Prison Reporting

Alternate prison destination recommended to allow for “family visitation.”


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Fourth Black Friday Payment Processor Chad Elie Pleads Guilty

On Monday, Chad Elie became the fourth of five payment processors to plead guilty to charges resulting from the…


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The Businessman, The Banker, and the Playboy Playmate?


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