Underage Gambling Litigation Lawyer

Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa—Fighting for Justice Against Predatory Gambling Companies

At Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa, we represent children, teenagers, and families who have been devastated by the growing epidemic of online gambling addiction. Newly legalized sports betting and online gaming companies are aggressively targeting minors, hooking them with slick marketing and intentionally weak age-verification systems.

Our legal team is actively pursuing lawsuits against companies such as DraftKings, Sleeper, Stake.com, BetMGM, PrizePicks, FanDuel, and others for their role in exploiting vulnerable users. These companies deliberately lure young people into gambling, knowing their brains are still developing and are highly susceptible to addiction. By preying on children, they aim to create customers for life, at the expense of health, financial stability, and future well-being.

If you or your child was under 18 when they began using online gambling platforms and suffered significant losses or developed an addiction, contact us today for a confidential case review.

What is the Problem with Online Gambling Platforms?

While gambling has always carried risks, the explosion of online platforms and legalized sports betting has created unprecedented access for minors. Instead of slot machines in a casino, children are now being funneled into gambling apps on their phones. These apps are often disguised as entertainment or fantasy sports platforms.

• Companies spend tens of millions of dollars paying influencers and streamers to showcase gambling online, normalizing and glamorizing the behavior for millions of young viewers.
• Fantasy sports platforms like Sleeper have redesigned their products to steer users toward real-money betting.
• Most platforms rely on flimsy “self-reported” age checks, rather than robust “Know Your Customer” (KYC) protocols that could prevent underage use.

The result is a perfect storm: an entire generation being introduced to gambling before they are legally allowed to participate, leaving many with lifelong struggles.

How Young People Are Harmed by Online Gambling

The consequences of underage gambling are severe and far-reaching. Victims often experience:

1. Severe Financial Losses – Many young users lose tens of thousands of dollars before parents even realize what’s happening.
2. Addiction and Compulsive Gambling – Underdeveloped adolescent brains are more prone to addictive behaviors, making early exposure particularly damaging.
3. Mental Health Impacts – Depression, anxiety, and even suicidal ideation are tragically common among gambling-addicted youth.
4. Educational and Career Disruption – School, work, and relationships often suffer as addiction consumes daily life.
5. Family Breakdown – Parents and siblings frequently endure emotional and financial fallout alongside the child.

This crisis is not an accident. It is the direct result of deliberate marketing and negligent oversight by billion-dollar companies that profit from vulnerable children.

Who Qualifies for an Online Gambling Lawsuit?

Our firm is investigating claims for families where:

• The child was 18 years old or younger when they began using an online gambling or sports-betting platform.
• The child suffered minimum financial losses of $30,000.
• The child has received a diagnosis of gambling addiction or is undergoing treatment, such as Gambler’s Anonymous.

If you previously gambled as a child or teenager and fit this criteria, or if your child fits these criteria, you may be eligible to join litigation against the companies responsible.

Legal Allegations Against Online Gambling Companies

Plaintiffs are filing lawsuits alleging that these companies:

1. Targeted children and teens with influencer marketing and ads designed to normalize gambling and entice them to access gambling platforms
2. Failed to implement proper age-verification protocols, knowingly allowing minors to self-report false ages.
3. Redesigned platforms, such as turning fantasy sports into betting apps, to funnel children into gambling.
4. Profited from addiction, exploiting children’s vulnerabilities to secure long-term customers.
5. Ignored clear risks, prioritizing profits over child safety and public health.

What Compensation May Be Available?

A successful lawsuit may provide financial compensation to help families recover and support a child’s long-term care. Compensation may include:

1. Reimbursement of Gambling Losses
   • Recovery of the money lost through underage gambling.
2. Treatment and Mental Health Care
   • Compensation for therapy, rehabilitation, ongoing psychiatric care, or treatment programs for gambling addiction.
3. Educational and Life Impact
   • Compensation for disruption to schooling, job opportunities, or future earnings.
4. Pain, Suffering, and Emotional Distress
   • Damages for the psychological toll on both the child and the family.
5. Punitive Damages Against Companies
   • Courts may award punitive damages to punish gambling corporations for their reckless practices and deter future misconduct.

Why Choose Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa?

At RDCY, we have built a national reputation for taking on the most powerful corporations in cases that matter. Our attorneys have decades of experience litigating complex, high-stakes cases involving mass torts, corporate negligence, and systemic exploitation.

• Proven leadership – Our team has served in national leadership roles in landmark multidistrict litigations.
• No upfront fees – We work on a contingency basis; families pay nothing unless we win.
• Compassionate advocacy – We understand the unique sensitivity of cases involving children and addiction.
• Trial-tested lawyers – At Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa, we are experienced trial lawyers. If gambling companies refuse to take responsibility, we are prepared to take your case to trial.

How to File an Online Gambling Lawsuit

Step 1: Free Case Review

Schedule a confidential consultation with our attorneys to discuss your or your child’s experience and determine if your family qualifies.

Step 2: Gathering Evidence

We will help collect records of gambling losses, treatment documentation, and platform use to build a strong case.

Step 3: Filing the Lawsuit

Our team will file claims against responsible companies, handle negotiations, and pursue litigation if necessary.

Step 4: Seeking Maximum Compensation

We will aggressively fight for the best possible financial outcome to support your, or your child’s recovery and future.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Online Gambling Lawsuits

Why is online gambling so dangerous for children and teenagers?

Because adolescent brains are still developing, young people are more vulnerable to addiction. Gambling platforms deliberately exploit this vulnerability with flashy marketing and easy access.

How do I know if I, or my child, qualifies for a lawsuit?

You may qualify if you used online gambling or sports betting platforms while under the age of 18 and have been diagnosed or treated for gambling addiction. If your child meets this criteria, they may have a claim. Our legal team offers free consultations to help determine eligibility.

What types of compensation are available?

Compensation may cover financial losses, therapy and treatment, emotional distress, and long-term impacts on education and career opportunities.

How long do potential plaintiffs have to file a claim?

Each state has its own statute of limitations for gambling-related claims. It is important to contact an experienced attorney quickly to protect your child’s rights.

Are these class actions or individual cases?

While many families are bringing claims, each case is filed individually to reflect the unique harm suffered.

Contact Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa Today

If your child was lured into online gambling before the age of 18 and suffered financial losses or addiction, your family may be entitled to compensation.

Call Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa today or complete our secure online form to schedule a free and confidential consultation. Let us fight for justice for your child and hold predatory gambling companies accountable.