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Law's Eric Chaffee discusses the risk-management challenges of sports betting partnerships

Media | July 21, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff

Sports gambling and risk management

Cleveland 19 News: Eric Chaffee, the John C. Hutchins Professor of Law, said sports leagues face significant risk-management challenges when partnering with gambling companies. He said state regulation, independent oversight and transparency help ensure accountability, while data generated through legalized sports betting can improve risk detection and oversight despite ongoing concerns about future scandals.

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