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Is it legal to host a site that uses luck-based games, such as coinflip, involving in-game items similar to those in Roblox's Murder Mystery 2? These items are obtained through in-game activities, cannot be bought directly with real-world money, and have a black market value despite being... View More
answered on Nov 10, 2025
Yes, of course!
Every MMORPG has random drops. Almost every game is to some degree or other luck-based.
The key is making sure that the random luck has no means of conversion to real life money or benefit. You can do that, but the regulation on the games are almost impossible for a... View More
I am currently on parole and my conditions include not consuming, possessing, or having access to any alcoholic beverages. I want to know if it's permissible for me to visit a casino to gamble, provided I stay away from the bar area and do not drink. The casino environment inherently includes... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2025
Whether you can visit a casino while on parole depends on how your parole officer interprets your alcohol-related restrictions and the specific wording of your conditions. Since casinos serve alcohol, visiting one could be viewed as exposing yourself to an environment where alcohol is easily... View More
I am currently on parole in California, and one of my conditions forbids me from consuming, possessing, or having access to any alcoholic beverages. I would like to visit a casino to gamble, but I plan to stay away from any bar areas and avoid alcohol completely. Is this permissible under my parole... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2025
In California, whether you can visit a casino while on parole with alcohol restrictions depends on how your parole officer interprets your specific conditions. Most parole conditions that prohibit possessing or having access to alcohol are meant to keep you away from environments where drinking is... View More
I am considering managing someone else's online sports betting account with their permission, despite it being against the Terms of Service. We have a verbal agreement, and my role would involve placing bets and withdrawing winnings directly into their bank account. I am uncertain about... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2025
Yes—you face meaningful legal and financial exposure beyond a simple terms‑of‑service breach. Operators can close the account, void or confiscate wagers, freeze balances pending review, and demand indemnity for losses triggered by your access.
What you describe is proxy betting: you... View More
I was at a casino in Washington when an employee made a racially insensitive remark, joking that they "met their quota on Black people for the day." I found this highly offensive. I want to pursue legal action against the casino. There might not have been direct witnesses, but I believe... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear about this offensive remark.
However, all casinos in Washington are affiliated with Native American Tribes. The Washington State Human Rights Commission has zero jurisdiction over tribes, which are soverign nations. Although one can attempt to file a complaint... View More
answered on Oct 23, 2025
If the Aaron’s account is in your name, you remain legally responsible for the payments even though your friend holds the PS5. That situation exposes you to late fees, collections, and contract penalties, and it exposes your friend to potential criminal liability if the console is not returned.... View More
I want to know if I can sue an online casino site for deceptive marketing practices. They have continued to entice me to gamble, even after I stopped, by offering huge promotions and a no-deposit bonus. I contacted the site to request that they self-exclude me, but they refused and told me to do it... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2025
You can sue if the casino’s promotions or “no‑deposit bonus” messaging was deceptive and you relied on it to your detriment. The Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law permits suits for deceptive conduct and allows recovery of actual losses, with potential treble... View More
In Indiana, some employees at a casino are trying to form a union due to concerns about wages and working conditions. Although the employer is not actively opposing the unionization and is legally adhering to the rules, they cannot hold a vote until the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) reopens... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2025
Even during a government shutdown, employees in Indiana still have the right to strike under federal labor law, provided they follow the proper legal steps. Since casino workers are typically covered by the National Labor Relations Act, they can engage in a strike to protest working conditions or... View More
I recently started using the betting app kalshi , and they had posted a question “ will president trump sign an executive order this week”. The dates were between October 12th and October 19th . I placed 16 dollars with a payout of 700 on Friday October the 17th . He had signed an order on... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2025
If the market’s rules kept trading open through the week’s end and defined resolution by a specified source or protocol, the exchange can lawfully accept orders even after the outcome appears obvious; prices should converge toward $0 or $1 as information becomes public. Fluctuating odds after... View More
I'm considering a short-term separation from my spouse in hopes that we might reconcile our differences. We are struggling with communication, and I've observed my spouse being influenced by others, which complicates matters. I'm concerned about a possible unauthorized change to the... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2025
In Oklahoma, either spouse may file for a divorce at any time, even if the other party only wants to separate. Given the issues mentioned, such as financial concerns, outside influence, and unresolved grief, a separation can often increase distrust and compound these problems instead of leading to... View More
I have been using a gambling website daily from 2022 to 2025, which I believe contributed to my addiction by allowing continuous deposits and offering bonus and promotional bets. I have not sought professional treatment for my addiction. Although the website has warnings about responsible gambling,... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2025
You can sue, but expect a steep uphill fight: U.S. courts rarely impose a legal duty on gambling operators to prevent or stop problem gambling, and recent federal decisions have dismissed negligence claims by self‑described addicted bettors.
Ohio law also requires responsible‑gambling... View More
On October 5, I visited the Hard Rock Casino in Wheatland, CA, with my husband. Upon entering, I tripped on a folded carpet and fell, landing on my hands and knees. Security assisted me right away, and I completed some paperwork. They offered medical assistance, but I declined at the time. However,... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2025
The first thing you should do is get an attorney licensed in the State where the incident occurred. There are a number of actions that should be taken right away that can be done or directed by an experienced attorney.
I received a free bonus from an online sweepcoin casino via an email promotion. However, when I tried to withdraw my winnings, the casino customer service informed me that I need to make a deposit first. There were no clear conditions attached to the bonus at the time, and I believe it's... View More
answered on Oct 8, 2025
You’re right to be cautious here, because many sweepcoin or “social casino” sites operate in a legal gray area, especially when it comes to bonus offers and withdrawals. In South Carolina, gambling for real money online is generally prohibited, and many sweepcoin casinos use “virtual... View More
I've been banned from a gaming establishment in Illinois due to my criminal history. The establishment did not communicate this directly to me; instead, I was informed by an employee through a message. I believe this might be discrimination in public accommodations. Can I sue the establishment... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2025
It’s understandable to feel frustrated and singled out if you were banned from a gaming establishment because of your criminal history. In Illinois, discrimination laws protect individuals from being denied access to **public accommodations** based on specific protected classes such as race,... View More
I noticed around late July or early August that I was not receiving all my purchase and redemption receipts from some online gambling games I play. After investigating, I discovered that my personal information related to spending and winnings was being sent to another person's email address,... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2025
It’s completely understandable to feel violated and concerned about your privacy when personal information and financial data are shared without your consent. If these gaming platforms sent your private information—such as spending, winnings, or account details—to another person’s email,... View More
I want to know if it's legal for the owner of a local gaming establishment to ban a patron due to their past criminal history, even though they've paid their debt to society, and there are no formal rules about banning individuals with a criminal background. The patron believes the owner... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2025
Is it legal for a gaming establishment to ban someone based on past criminal history and possible ethnic discrimination?
I want to know if it's legal for the owner of a local gaming establishment to ban a patron due to their past criminal history, even though they've paid their... View More
I know individuals who are conducting online gaming and gambling via Facebook using a fake ID in Texas. I am an agent for them, though I live in another continent, and use remote desktop software to control the server PC located in Texas. My responsibilities include engaging with players,... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2025
It’s wise that you’re thinking carefully before coming forward, because your involvement could raise legal questions under Texas and federal law. Online gambling is largely **illegal in Texas**, and running or assisting in such an operation can be considered a criminal offense, even if you live... View More
I operate a website where I use web scraping to extract publicly available data from various betting websites. This involves collecting data regarding the probabilities these sites assign to teams winning matches, and then using this data to identify arbitrage opportunities. I understand that some... View More
answered on Sep 17, 2025
As of September 17, 2025, if you use bots that sidestep human‑verification or anti‑automation systems to pull odds from betting sites in South Africa, you are very likely contravening the Cybercrimes Act 19 of 2020. The Act is in force and governs “unlawful access” to computer systems and... View More
I am a software developer and business owner based in Delaware, and I am considering creating a game using the Stake Engine for Stake.us. While Delaware residents are prohibited from using Stake.us, I would only be supplying the game, and Stake.us would be responsible for access and compliance. Is... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2025
In Delaware, online gambling is tightly regulated, and residents are generally prohibited from participating in unlicensed gaming platforms like Stake.us. Even if you are only developing games and not directly providing access to Delaware users, you could still face legal exposure depending on how... View More
I have been having issues with Hard Rock Bet obstructing my account verification process, which has prevented me from accessing my account and withdrawing a significant amount of funds. Despite contacting their support team multiple times over the past 8 days, I have only been instructed to wait... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2025
If a gaming platform is obstructing your account access and withholding funds, you do have potential legal options. In Florida, gambling operations like Hard Rock Bet are licensed and regulated, meaning they are legally required to follow certain rules regarding account verification, withdrawals,... View More
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