Post by jdaddy on Jan 6, 2008 22:04:58 GMT -4
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iMEGA Legal Decision Still Up in the Air
by Dan Cypra, PocketFives
Back on September 26, the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association made its case to U.S. District Judge Mary Cooper as to why the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act should be declared unconstitutional. A preliminary decision on whether iMEGA had legal standing to file a suit as well as a possible preliminary injunction against the regulations of the UIGEA could have been handed down by the end of October. Flash forward to January, 2008. In the New Year, iMEGA President Edward Leyden is still waiting for a preliminary ruling.
Just to remind you, iMEGA describes itself on its website as a “professional association dedicated to the continued growth and innovation of the Internet. We seek constructive engagement with government at the Federal and State levels to ensure that the challenges of this still nascent medium are addressed with the full participation of the people and companies that have built the Internet into the powerful influence on society it has become.”
One might think that Leyden and iMEGA would be discouraged by Judge Cooper delaying her verdict over two months. However, he is not swayed: “We’re still waiting for Judge Cooper. We haven’t drawn any conclusions. She’s a Federal Judge with a full docket on her plate. I think it’s safe to assume that she’s taking her time on the case to make sure she gets it right. We’re patient and confident the decision will be one we’re happy with. We believe that she’ll uphold our right to standing and we’ll go forward. She may grant the preliminary injunction which we’ve asked for. If either occurs, it’ll be big for our cause. If both occur, it will be an outstandingly important decision.”
Leyden is in touch with the court’s clerks and chambers as needed. He’s constantly walking a fine line between being persistent and being intrusive. As a litigator for over 20 years by trade, Leyden claims the delay is “par for the course.” There has been no timeline given for a formal decision to be passed down.
iMEGA Legal Decision Still Up in the Air
by Dan Cypra, PocketFives
Back on September 26, the Interactive Media Entertainment and Gaming Association made its case to U.S. District Judge Mary Cooper as to why the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act should be declared unconstitutional. A preliminary decision on whether iMEGA had legal standing to file a suit as well as a possible preliminary injunction against the regulations of the UIGEA could have been handed down by the end of October. Flash forward to January, 2008. In the New Year, iMEGA President Edward Leyden is still waiting for a preliminary ruling.
Just to remind you, iMEGA describes itself on its website as a “professional association dedicated to the continued growth and innovation of the Internet. We seek constructive engagement with government at the Federal and State levels to ensure that the challenges of this still nascent medium are addressed with the full participation of the people and companies that have built the Internet into the powerful influence on society it has become.”
One might think that Leyden and iMEGA would be discouraged by Judge Cooper delaying her verdict over two months. However, he is not swayed: “We’re still waiting for Judge Cooper. We haven’t drawn any conclusions. She’s a Federal Judge with a full docket on her plate. I think it’s safe to assume that she’s taking her time on the case to make sure she gets it right. We’re patient and confident the decision will be one we’re happy with. We believe that she’ll uphold our right to standing and we’ll go forward. She may grant the preliminary injunction which we’ve asked for. If either occurs, it’ll be big for our cause. If both occur, it will be an outstandingly important decision.”
Leyden is in touch with the court’s clerks and chambers as needed. He’s constantly walking a fine line between being persistent and being intrusive. As a litigator for over 20 years by trade, Leyden claims the delay is “par for the course.” There has been no timeline given for a formal decision to be passed down.