DraftKings Addiction Lawsuit by Philadelphia Bettor Moves to Federal Court
Christopher Evans alleges that app promotions and VIP outreach contributed to more than $2.1 million in wagers and about $81,000 in losses.
Christopher Evans alleges that app promotions and VIP outreach contributed to more than $2.1 million in wagers and about $81,000 in losses.
The Philadelphia plaintiff alleges more than $2.4 million in wagers and says VIP outreach helped deepen his gambling addiction.
The city says the sportsbook sued before its investigation had progressed beyond its initial stages, while DraftKings maintains Pennsylvania law preempts the local ordinance.
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The case alleges microbets, push alerts and personal hosts were used to keep addicted customers wagering, and it drew attention after a Bryce Harper video surfaced.
The sportsbook says city officials lack the power to police its gaming business, while Philadelphia leans on a 2024 ordinance and an April subpoena.
Michigan cleared the product after review, opening cross-border play with Pennsylvania and New Jersey under MSIGA.
The popular integrated solutions provider enters its fifth US market and continues its North American and global expansion to kick-off 2024.
August was the first month where the state’s two new Qualified Gaming Entities (QGEs), Bally Casino PA and Golden Nugget Casino PA, were live in the Keystone State.
After being approved as Qualified Gaming Entity by PGCB earlier in the year, GNOG has launched its online casino product in PA under Golden Nugget Online Casino branding.
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