Sports Gambling Addiction Lawsuit Information For Families
By Steve Levine
Published: Dec 14, 2025
Award: Varies
Claim Deadline: Ongoing
What is the Sports Gambling Addiction Investigation About?
Consumers and families have been complaining that leading sportsbook and gambling apps are using features that can encourage compulsive play, rapid deposits, and repeat betting. Users describe financial losses, emotional harm, and difficulty stopping. An investigation is collecting incident details to assess legal claims and potential safety reforms affecting major platforms.Recent reports and research about online sports betting addiction highlights how teenagers, and adults have fallen into debt or suffered mental health issues tied to gambling addiction. Families describe sleepless nights, anxiety, and financial loss caused by constant app notifications and deposit bonuses.
Who May Qualify for Potential Compensation?
You may qualify if you or a loved one used online sports gambling apps and websites like DraftKings or FanDuel and experienced financial loss, compulsive betting, depression or anxiety tied to betting, underage account access, or inadequate self-exclusion support. Specifically, if you or a loved one:• Currently are under the age of 18 and has used Draft Kings or Fan Duel OR
• Began gambling on Draft Kings or Fan Duel while under the age of 18 OR
• Have lost more than $75,000 on Draft Kings or Fan Duel OR
• Used Draft Kings or Fan Duel and been diagnosed with one of the below:
1) Gambling Disorder (addiction)
2) Depression
3) Anxiety
4) Attempted suicide / Suicide
Which Gambling Apps are Included?
The following sportsbook gambling applications are included:• DraftKings
• FanDuel
Key Concerns Reported
Aggressive bonuses, rapid bet loops, in-app notifications, VIP perks, limited friction on deposits or re-bets, and inadequate protections for minors or high-risk users.Claim Form
The Rise of Online Sports Gambling
Sports betting has exploded in the U.S. since the 2018 Supreme Court decision that struck down the federal ban under PASPA, allowing states to legalize it individually. Now legal in nearly 40 states, Americans wagered over $120 billion in 2023 alone, with mobile apps like DraftKings and FanDuel driving nearly all bets.Aggressive marketing, app gamification, and integration with sports broadcasts have made wagering part of mainstream entertainment, especially among younger users. Lawmakers are now responding with proposals like the SAFE Bet Act to regulate advertising, responsible-gaming tools, and AI-driven betting systems. The rapid rise in accessibility, state tax incentives, and mobile convenience have made sports betting both a booming business and a growing public-health concern.
What Compensation Could Families Receive?
Potential compensation may include reimbursement of documented losses, therapy and treatment costs, lost wages related to recovery, and damages for emotional distress. Amounts vary based on the facts of each case.What Proof Helps
Bank or card statements, app activity logs, screenshots of bonuses or streak prompts, self-exclusion emails, counseling bills, and communications with platform support can support a claim.How To File a Claim
Complete the confidential claim form below to check eligibility. Qualified families may receive a free phone consultation with an experienced attorney who can explain options and next steps.Join the Online Sports Gambling Addiction Investigation
If you believe a sportsbook app caused financial or emotional harm, submit a confidential case review through the link below. Early intake helps document your experience and preserve your rights.Go To Claim Form
Mass Tort vs. Class Action
Structure. Mass torts group individual lawsuits with shared facts. Class actions use one case for the whole class with a representative plaintiff.Control. In a mass tort, each person controls their own claim and outcome. In a class action, decisions are made by class counsel and the representative plaintiff.
Compensation. Mass tort payouts are individualized. Class action payments are usually the same or pro rata for all approved class members.
When used. Mass torts fit when harm and losses vary widely. Class actions fit when claims are similar and a uniform result is practical.
Efficiency. Class actions can move faster because claims are consolidated. Mass torts can take longer due to individual case management.
Why Act Now
Time limits differ by state and by when harm occurred. Submitting a claim early can help protect your options and support broader safety changes.Sources
• National Council on Problem Gambling• SAMHSA Helpline
OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news and information site. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. Submitting a claim form does not create an attorney-client relationship. If this is an emergency, call 911 or contact local services. For problem gambling support in the United States, call or text 1-800-GAMBLER.
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| Investigation Summary | |
| Status | Active Investigation |
|---|---|
| Sports Gambling App | DraftKings, FanDuel |
| Focus | Addictive design, rapid bet loops, financial loss, inadequate safeguards |
| Eligibility Window | Recent incidents, rolling intake |
| Interaction | Used one or more sportsbook apps with losses or related harm |
| States | Nationwide |
| Data Potentially Involved | Bank records, app logs, bonus prompts, support emails |
| Proof Required | Maybe |
| Pre-Qualify | Go To Claim Form |