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Las Vegas lawyer Robert Eglet, who is representing several victims, told the paper that the hotel’s unusual action is a pre-emptive strike to get the cases heard in federal court instead of state court.

It's a somewhat misleading title. It's technically true, but it is a reaction to being sued by the victims.
They didn't want to, and they are not seeking anything from the victims, other than to be left alone.

[–] Owlchemy [OP] 4 points (+4|-0)

Judge shopping is what it said. A great American ploy. But the PR hit can't help them.

They are going to eat it in the media no matter what they do.
I think they just want to plow through it as quick as possible, and hope to emerge with a verdict that clears them of any culpability.
In the long run, this might be the path of least harm for them.

[–] Owlchemy [OP] 3 points (+3|-0)

An unfortunate situation for all involved. It's neither parties fault, but we live in a litigiousness society, so someone's gotta pay. I don't blame the casino/hotel, any more than I blame the victims. The real culprit is dead and buried though. The only winners will be the lawyers.