THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – Friday, July 19, 2019 Page 7 Encore hit with class action National Guard drops in on JPA students lawsuit in opening weeks By Christopher Roberson D espite an impressive first week that generated gross revenue of $16.7 million, Encore Boston Harbor is now facing a class action lawsuit accusing the casino of withholding winnings from blackjack and slot machine players. “Encore is stealing $85,440 from its customers each day,” said Attorney Joshua Garick in his 13-page Complaint, which was filed on July 15 in Middlesex Superior Court. “This lawsuit seeks to return the millions of dollars Encore has brazenly stolen and will continue to steal from its customers unless and until it changes its practices to conform with Massachusetts law.” Garick said the lead plaintiff, A. Richard Schuster of New York, visited Encore on July 11 and received a payment that was calculated using six to five odds whenever he was dealt a blackjack. However, according to state law, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission and the rules of blackjack, players are entitled to payouts with odds of three to two. Using a $50 bet as an example, Garick said a player would be entitled to a $75 payout using three to two odds. Yet, odds of six to five would only produce a $60 winning. “This is designed to maximize the casino’s advantage far in excess of that which is permitted under either variation of Blackjack that is approved by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission,” said Garick. He also said that Schuster was shorted on the slots as well. “At the conclusion of a gambling session, any un-wagered chips or credits are supposed to be refunded to the customer,” said Garick. However, Encore only refunded Schuster with whole dollar amounts. “Thousands of class members were subject to the same deception, and all involve common questions of law and fact,” said Garick. Therefore, the lawsuit charges the casino with counts of Breach of Contract, Promissory Estoppel, Unjust Enrichment and Conversion/Theft. Should Encore be found ENCORE | SEE PAGE 8 34th Annual Frank E. Woodward Golf Outing – July 26 Golf foursomes and sponsors wanted he Kiwanis Club of Everett is once again hosting its annual golf outing, on Friday, July 26, at the Mt. Hood Golf Course in Melrose to benefit the Kiwanis Scholarship Funds. Registration will be at 7:00 a.m., with an $8:00 a.m. shotgun start. For only a $135 donation, golfers will receive 18 holes on one of the most beautiful golf courses in New England in a scramble T format tournament, golf cart, prizes, a lunch and more. Guests may also just attend the lunch for $35. Green/Tee Box sponsors are $100 each. All checks must be made payable to Kiwanis Club of Everett. For further information, call Everett Kiwanis Golf Committee Chairs David LaRovere at (617) 387-2700 or Joe Keohane at (617) 387-1110. Everett Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Owned & operated by the Conti family since 1958 • 57 Years! “Same name, phone number & address for family since 1958 • 61 over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roofing • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! Recruits in this year’s Junior Police Academy were recently joined by members of the 3-126th Aviation Battalion of the Massachusetts National Guard at Glendale Park. (Photo Courtesy of the Everett Police Department) J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. Summer is Here! S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping
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