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Sports betting has long been an integral part of everyday life – whether it’s Bundesliga predictions, live betting, or combination bets via app. But how much money actually changes hands in Germany? Test your knowledge! 👇 Question 1: According to the Joint Gambling Authority of the German Federal States (GGL), what was the total amount…

The Marburg Regional Court has delivered a landmark ruling in online gambling, strengthening consumer rights. In a case handled by the law firm Cocron, a well-known online sports betting provider was ordered to reimburse over €20,000 for violating the legal deposit limit. Background: Deposit limits as a protective instrument Since the 2021 Interstate Treaty on…

A will ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Without such a will, the statutory rules of inheritance automatically apply – often with results that do not reflect the testator’s wishes. To ensure your last will and testament remains legally valid, you should pay attention to the following points: Conclusion: Those who…

The verdict is final after the appeal is withdrawn. The term “coachees” refers to customers of online coaching, i.e., people who have booked digital coaching packages such as “business building”, “mindset” or “digital reselling”. The key messages: The Landshut Regional Court has ruled: A contract for online coaching can be effectively revoked. The verdict is…

On August 24, 2025, case C-530/24 was on the agenda before the European Court of Justice (ECJ) – a case that could shake the very foundations of the German sports betting industry. ⚖️🎲 The central question: Were online sports bets illegal without German authorization between 2013 and 2021 – and are contracts concluded as a…

The sports betting and online casino business has been growing strongly for years. However, a large proportion of these services are unlicensed in Germany – and therefore illegal. Anyone using such platforms or even advertising for them not only exposes themselves to financial risk but also faces criminal prosecution. Legal situation: Gambling only with German…

The Berlin Testament is one of the most popular estate planning methods: spouses appoint each other as sole heirs, and the children are designated as final heirs. The aim is clear financial security. However, one weakness remains: abusive gifts by the surviving spouse. What is meant by a malicious gift? A gift is considered malicious…

More and more courts are confirming that online gambling providers are subject to strict legal regulations, particularly regarding deposit and betting limits. In a recent case, a provider had to reimburse a player over €25,000 because he had repeatedly violated the applicable betting limits. Background: Protection through stake and deposit limits According to the 2021…