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The possibility of reclaiming losses from sports betting is attracting increasing attention. While there is still no final ruling from the Federal Court of Justice (BGH), the preliminary ruling of March 22, 2024 (I ZR 88/23) provides clear guidelines and strengthens the position of consumers. But what are the actual chances for those affected? The…

The German gambling market has undergone a significant tightening of regulations since the introduction of the Interstate Treaty on Gambling in 2021. Particularly in the area of online sports betting, strict regulations have been introduced to protect consumers. Nevertheless, it appears that many providers are disregarding these regulations – with potentially costly consequences for the…

When a loved one dies, they often leave behind not only memories but also assets that must be divided among the heirs. This can lead to disputes, especially when it comes to the estate and any prior gifts made by the deceased. In this article, we examine, based on a recent ruling by the Higher…

The cash-out feature allows online sports betting to be settled before the end of a sporting event. For many players, this is an attractive option. However, the cash-out feature is prohibited for all sports betting in Germany. Many live betting options are also not permitted. Nevertheless, the cash-out feature is extremely popular for individual matches…

The ban on online gambling in Germany serves, among other things, to protect players from ruinous behavior. Therefore, obtaining a license to operate online gambling is subject to conditions. Providers must, among other things, guarantee compliance with a monthly deposit limit of €1,000. The Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has already made it clear that…

Because the provider of an online coaching service lacks the required accreditation under the Distance Learning Protection Act (FernUSG), the contract for such coaching is invalid. The plaintiff therefore does not have to pay the requested fee of €7,140, the Higher Regional Court of Oldenburg ruled in its judgment of December 17, 2024. According to…

The Higher Regional Court (OLG) of Oldenburg has ruled that heirs can have unrestricted access to a deceased person’s Instagram account, including the right to actively use it. Until now, Meta, the company behind Instagram, placed the accounts of deceased users in so-called memorialized status. In this mode, the account remains visible, but users can…

The German ban on online gambling pursues public welfare objectives such as the protection of minors and gamblers. The European Court of Justice (ECJ) already clarified in 2010 that national restrictions serving the public interest do not violate European law. The Münster Regional Court has now stated that it sees no indication that the ECJ’s…