Derek Helling
Derek Helling is a lead writer for PlayUSA and the manager of BetHer. He is a 2013 graduate of the University of Iowa and covers the intersections of sports with business and the law.
Posts by Derek Helling
Global Poker Heads To Los Angeles For Live Tournament
The announcement of a California Global Poker live tour set to begin in Los Angeles gives players an opportunity to win some unique prize packages
Vallejo ‘Mega-Casino’ Plans On Hold Pending Interior Review
The US Dept. of the Interior has temporarily revoked authorization for gaming on a tract held by the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians
Three California Groups Levy Lawsuits To Deter Scotts Valley Casino Plans
The development of a casino in Vallejo by the Scotts Valley Pomo Band of Pomo Indians is under fire from other tribal groups in California
Second Lawsuit Takes Aim At Koi Nation’s Shiloh Resort & Casino Plans
The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria have filed another lawsuit in opposition to the development of the Shiloh Resort & Casino.
Monkey Knife Fight Becomes Exclusive DFS Partner For LA Kings, LA Galaxy
Daily fantasy sports company Monkey Knife Fight has partnered with AEG, the company that owns the Los Angeles Galaxy and the Los Angeles Kings.
California Sports Betting Hearing Receives New Date
A California sports betting hearing has been tentatively scheduled for Jan. 15 in the state's capital.