German court allows gamblers to claim back illegal online casino losses
German court decisions following a European Court of Justice ruling allow gamblers to seek compensation for losses incurred when online casinos were illegal.
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German gamblers can seek compensation from gambling companies for money lost while online casinos and fruit machines were illegal, DW reported on Thursday. A German court aligned its ruling with a previous decision by the European Court of Justice. [1]
According to DW, a series of court decisions at the regional, federal, and European levels have favored gamblers over the past year. These legal developments open the door for thousands of individuals to potentially file civil lawsuits against operators. [1]
Insurance provides a mean of protection from financial loss where one party compensates another for specific losses in exchange for a fee. It serves as a primary risk management tool against contingent or uncertain losses. [2]
The rulings could deliver major consequences for gambling addicts seeking to recover funds, DW reported. However, experts note that the legal process for claimants to recover their losses might remain difficult. [1]
In short
- A German court ruled that gamblers can seek compensation for illegal online casino losses.
- The decision follows a previous ruling by the European Court of Justice.
- Thousands of people could potentially bring civil lawsuits against gambling companies.
Sources
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- [1]German gamblers could claim losses backDW, 1h ago (the report this story comes from)
Background
- [2]Insurance on Wikipedia
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