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Judge: 'Tough Issues' in CDI Lawsuit

Judge: 'Tough Issues' in CDI Lawsuit

A federal judge presiding over the antitrust lawsuit filed by Churchill Downs Inc. against horsemen's groups basically said Feb. 19 he has his work cut out for him in trying to resolve the complex issues involved in the case.

 Friday, February 20, 2009

Churchill Purse Cut Focus of Hearing

A federal judge June 4 heard preliminary arguments over a proposed injunction filed by Kentucky horsemen asking to reinstate a 20% purse cut imposed by Churchill Downs.

 Wednesday, June 04, 2008
ClassicStar Lawsuits Transferred to Kentucky

ClassicStar Lawsuits Transferred to Kentucky

Several lawsuits pending against ClassicStar have been consolidated into a single action to be heard in Kentucky federal court, but the primary operating entity of the former broodmare-lease marketer will be temporarily exempt from litigation pending its bankruptcy action.

 Tuesday, October 23, 2007

Churchill Downs, Guild Settle Suits Over Walkout

Churchill Downs Inc. and the Jockeys' Guild announced settlement March 21 of legal claims filed against each other in U.S. District Court related to jockey boycotts of races at two Churchill Downs-owned racetracks in November 2004.

 Wednesday, March 21, 2007