Wynn Resorts controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2020
Conservation Law Foundation sues Wynn Resorts over shuttle-bus idling
Lawsuit filed
The Conservation Law Foundation sued Wynn Resorts and three shuttle-bus operators in federal court, alleging excessive idling of casino shuttle buses at several locations. The foundation cited state regulations limiting idling to five minutes and said it observed buses idling for six to 37 minutes, with one observed for about two and a half hours. Wynn said one contractor named in the suit worked for the casino company and that it had taken steps to address the issue with that contractor.
Company response
Remediation — Wynn Resorts
He said Wynn has taken steps to address the issue with DPV after CLF announced its plans to sue Wynn in November
Source excerpt
CLF sued Wynn and three shuttle bus operators in Boston federal court on Wednesday.
He said Wynn has taken steps to address the issue with DPV after CLF announced its plans to sue Wynn in November
CLF cited state regulations that are supposed to limit the idle time to five minutes, to curb air pollution from bus tailpipes.
2019
Massachusetts regulatory penalties
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission imposed a $35 million penalty on Wynn Resorts and a separate $500,000 penalty on Matthew Maddox in connection with regulatory findings related to the company’s Massachusetts casino project and governance matters.
2018
Sexual-misconduct allegations involving Steve Wynn
Steve Wynn resigned as chairman and CEO amid allegations of sexual misconduct. The episode triggered leadership changes, board departures, the appointment of new female directors, and broader scrutiny of the company’s workplace culture and governance.
2012
Okada and Aruze USA governance dispute
A dispute between Wynn Resorts and investor Kazuo Okada became public after disagreements over a possible Philippines project and allegations involving benefits to gaming officials. Following an internal investigation, Wynn’s board required Aruze USA to sell its stake back to the company at a discount.