I am an Indiana resident looking for a consumer defense or gaming attorney regarding a significant loss on VGW platforms (Chumba Casino and LuckyLand Slots), amounting to over $200,000. My case involves active data manipulation rather than typical gameplay losses. My account ledger indicates... View More

If I were to start an underground fighting ring with friends in Maryland, where there would be gambling on the fights, what potential legal punishments could I face?

On April 9, 2026, my sister fell at the entrance of a casino in California and suffered a fractured femur and wrist, resulting in two surgeries where a rod was placed in her femur, and she now has a cast on her wrist. She is currently in a rehabilitation center, and it's uncertain if she will... View More

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answered on Jun 10, 2026

I am truly sorry to hear about your sister’s situation. A fractured femur is one of the most grueling injuries a person can endure; the femur is the strongest bone in the human body, and breaking it requires significant force and leads to an arduous recovery.

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I have suffered financial and emotional damage from an online sweepstakes casino which failed to close my account and allow me to self-exclude, despite repeated requests. Instead, the casino's VIP services repeatedly deposited "bonus" sweeps cash into my account—luring me into... View More

I have proof of everything Im accusing the app of & What is the best lawyer i can find that will do contingency fee basis for my issue cause i have screen shots & screen recordings of everything i mentioned or how much would it cost or think it might cost for my lawsuit or this might be a... View More

I am organizing an archery tournament at a local fair in California, where competitors pay a registration fee to attend. I am considering a fundraising activity where participants can pay $5 for a chance to shoot at a difficult target as many times as they'd like. The shooter who hits closest... View More

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answered on Jun 1, 2026

What you are describing has features of a contest of skill rather than a lottery, but California regulates the line between the two carefully. A lottery, which is generally prohibited under Penal Code section 319, requires three things together: prize, chance, and consideration. Because the shooter... View More

I am having trouble obtaining my $80,000 in winnings from an online casino, Wow Vegas Casino. At the end of February 2026, I won $80,000, and they allowed me to withdraw the amount in increments, capping each withdrawal at $9,999. I successfully withdrew four times over a 24-48 hour period before... View More

Is there a legal requirement for online casino games in Georgia to offer players the option to set personal limits on gameplay and spending? I inquired about setting such limits for my account on a specific platform but I'm unsure about the regulations surrounding this. Any insights would be... View More

Can a 20-year-old legally participate in card games, slots, roulette, and other gambling activities at a Native American casino in Arizona?

I've been dealing with fraudulent transactions through duplicate accounts from Crown Coins Casino in California. I contacted both my bank and the casino platform, filed identity theft and online theft reports, and submitted claims, but I've had no luck resolving the issue. Since December... View More

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answered on May 28, 2026

You actually have stronger consumer protections than the back-and-forth with the bank and the casino might suggest, so do not give up. For card-based transactions, the federal Fair Credit Billing Act and Regulation Z give you the right to formally dispute unauthorized charges on a credit card, and... View More

I was at a casino in Kansas when a man approached me and offered to sell an iPhone, claiming he had lost his money. I purchased the phone for $50 and later sold it to an ecoATM. Now, the police are questioning me. Initially, they implied that my car was involved in a crime, but then changed their... View More

I am considering joining a class action lawsuit in California against online gaming companies that misrepresent their services as free. I noticed the attorney charges $950 per hour and the assistant $750, but they mentioned they only get paid if we win, with a 40% contingency fee. Are these hourly... View More

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answered on May 21, 2026

In a California class action, those rates are within the range courts have approved for experienced class counsel at established consumer or complex litigation firms, especially for partners in major markets. Hourly rates above $900 for lead lawyers and several hundred dollars for paralegals or... View More

I recently joined a real money game app offered by a shop owner in California. Initially, I was told the app was permitted and partnered with Cash App. I played a total of $10,000 on the app and at one point won $1,000. However, the owner later claimed that the rules had changed and that I had only... View More

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answered on May 20, 2026

Your situation involves potential fraud, misrepresentation, and possibly illegal gambling depending on how the app was structured. California law prohibits most real-money gaming offered outside licensed channels, and an operator who advertised real cash play, accepted your funds, and then... View More

I had my wallet stolen containing about $1,000 at a casino in Blackhawk, Colorado. The theft was caught on camera, but casino security informed me that the thief had left the premises, and they couldn't take any action. No police report was filed at the time. I'm seeking advice on who... View More

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answered on May 18, 2026

If you are the victim of a theft, you can file a police report. You may be able to get the surveillance footage yourself, but the police are best positioned to obtain the casino's camera footage with the least hassle.

I was employed in Florida by a couple who owned three businesses. My roles included remote work as a customer service team member for two companies and an in-person position as a customer service team member and cashier for the third. Despite the state minimum wage being $13/hour—and increasing... View More

Melissa C Mihok
answered on May 13, 2026

Yes, you do. The Fair Labor Standards Act and Florida Statutes Chapter 448 require that they pay you minimum wage and time and a half for all hotel worked over 40 per pay period, unless you are considered exempt. From your description, you are likely not exempt and you should be paid if you have to... View More

I'm dealing with a situation where a friend's 16-year-old son accessed my gambling site without my permission and spent $4,720. The site requested and received a letter from the child's mother, her ID, and the child's birth certificate. In response, they offered a refund of... View More

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answered on May 2, 2026

Your situation has a serious legal hurdle baked into it: in California, most online gambling for real money is illegal under Penal Code sections 319 and 330 and related provisions, with very narrow exceptions for licensed tribal gaming and the state lottery. If your platform falls outside those... View More

I won a hand payout at the casino, but I didn't have my ID with me. The staff told me I could return with my ID to claim it. When my friend attempted to claim the payout for me, the casino acknowledged it was mine and said I could come back with identification. Upon returning, the casino told... View More

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answered on Apr 24, 2026

The casino's position here is legally questionable, and you may well have grounds to recover that payout. When a casino employee explicitly told you that you could return with your ID to claim your winnings, and then issued you a slip documenting the win, they created a reasonable expectation... View More

I recently played a game called Megabucks777 at an online casino based in New Jersey, where I won $5 million. However, I've been experiencing issues with the game, such as lagging and freezing reels on the slot machine, which are preventing me from withdrawing my winnings. The casino informed... View More

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answered on May 5, 2026

This is something that attorneys who deal with gaming/gambling litigation would know best, but you await a response for two weeks. General civil litigation attorneys don't usually handle such matters. If you've already gone through the entity's terms and conditions and their customer... View More

Account is 3 years old. Apple only deals with Apple Card or Cash. Noticed issue 6 months ago, which is when support was contacted

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answered on Apr 20, 2026

Your facts are pretty thin (it's not entirely clear what went wrong, what you were promised, what you actually received, or whether the spending was authorized purchases versus unauthorized account access), so this answer has to be a roadmap rather than a single recommendation. The general... View More

I am seeking legal representation concerning losses from an online gambling site operating illegally in California. The site operates a dual currency system and is referred to as a "sweeps" casino. Besides financial losses totaling $106,000 USD, I have experienced further harm. The... View More

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answered on Apr 18, 2026

Your strongest path is a civil lawsuit against the operator and its payment processors under California's Unfair Competition Law and the Consumer Legal Remedies Act, combined with a claim under California's statutes that allow a losing gambler to recover money lost in illegal gambling.... View More