DraftKings accused of “luring naive gamblers” in new lawsuit

by iGamingExpert
4 minutes read
The advertising and bonus practices of DraftKings will be placed under the microscope following a new lawsuit filed in Pennsylvania.

Filed in the Eastern Pennsylvania District Court, the suit comes from five DraftKings customers, however, the class action will enable others affected to join down the line.

The plaintiffs argue that DraftKings’ promotion of “risk-free bets” combined with the “hidden and confusing terms” of its casino deposit match promotion leads to players placing a greater number of bets than initially intended, and in doing so, they “risk developing a dangerous gambling addiction”.

The suit claims that DraftKings is, among other allegations, legally negligent, violating Pennsylvania state consumer protection laws and practising intentional misrepresentation. The group is seeking damages for any qualifying members of the class.

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The suit specifically highlighted a 2023 promotion that offered a $2,000 deposit match bonus offered at DraftKings casino. H..

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