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Many users of online sports betting associate a German license with clear expectations: a regulated market, effective player protection and reliable payouts. This trust is shaken when a licensed provider not only reaches its limits, but significantly exceeds them and ultimately even withholds profits. The legal framework is clear. Section 6c of the State Treaty…

Illegal online gambling: Law firm Cocron files new lawsuits against payment service providers Those who have deposited money into an illegal online casino often first think about possible claims against the casino operator itself. In practice, however, it is becoming increasingly clear that payment processing also needs to be subjected to intensive legal scrutiny. This…

Criminal investigations against users of illegal online gambling services have increased significantly in recent years. Law enforcement agencies are increasingly analyzing payment flows, which is bringing players into focus more and more often – often without them knowing that the provider they are using does not have a valid German license. In a recent criminal…

What does partner reunification mean? After a breakup, many people find themselves in an emotionally stressful situation. During this phase, online offers that promise the return of a former partner through telepathy, energy work or magical rituals appear particularly attractive. However, many affected individuals are unaware that contracts with such esoteric service providers are often…

How far can licensed providers go in cases of limit violations – and what happens if even self-earned profits are not paid out? Many online sports betting customers associate a German license with clear expectations: state control, effective player protection and reliable payouts. However, this trust is shaken when a licensed operator not only touches…

Starting point: Why “it’s your own fault” falls short from a legal perspective. Those who lose money in an arcade, betting shop or similar establishment often hear: “That’s your own risk.” However, this view only applies if the operator complies with all legal obligations to protect the public. Gambling is not considered by law to…

Another defendant in the field of online gambling has been completely acquitted in court. In collaboration with René Scheier, István Cocron achieved another success for a client who had previously gambled with an illegally operating provider. The player had been accused of participating in illegal online gambling. According to the public prosecutor’s office, he violated…

If a child cares for their mother or father at home for an extended period, disputes often arise during inheritance proceedings: Is the child providing care entitled to a larger share – and might the siblings end up with nothing? Section 2057a of the German Civil Code (BGB) contains a specific regulation for precisely this…