Wynn’s ex-wife asks US Supreme Court for protection

The estranged wife of casino mogul Steve Wynn has appealed to the Nevada Supreme Court to shield her against a possible backlash over her statements on her ex-husband’s alleged securities law violations.

Fearing her ex-husband’s retaliation, Elaine Wynn asked high tribunal to grant her petition for a whistle-blower protection after a Las Vegas trial judge junked her plea. The case, which was filed on Thursday, was recorded as Elaine Wynn v. Eighth Judicial District Court, 71432, Nevada Supreme Court.

Bloomberg reported that Elaine’s concern stemmed from the disclosures she made to Wynn Resorts Ltd.’s audit committee and outside auditor Ernst &Young on what she said were potential securities law violations by the casino operator.

Wynn’s estranged wife, however, did not go into details on what potential violations she believes occurred.