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FanDuel Lawsuit Over Alleged Exploitation of Users with Targeted Promotions

FanDuel Lawsuit Over Alleged Exploitation of Users with Targeted Promotions — Consumer Fraud class action lawsuit

Case Overview

The lawsuit was initiated by Maurice Faulk against several entities, including Flutter Entertainment PLC, FanDuel Group Parent LLC, Betfair Interactive US LLC, FanDuel PA LLC, and FanDuel Inc. The core allegation is that the sports gambling apps are engineered to be addictive by tracking user activity and deploying hyper-personalized algorithms. These algorithms allegedly bombard users with targeted advertisements and notifications, particularly when users are most susceptible, such as late at night or following a significant loss.

Faulk claims that the platform employs various tactics, such as offering deposit bonuses and

Who May Qualify

Individuals who have used FanDuel's sports gambling apps and allege they were exploited by the app's design or promotions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the specific claims made against FanDuel?

The plaintiff claims that FanDuel's apps are designed to be addictive by tracking user interactions to create hyper-personalized algorithms. He also alleges the company is guilty of breach of warranty, negligent design, negligent failure to warn, negligence, intentional misrepresentation, and unjust enrichment, violating the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law.

What evidence is cited regarding FanDuel's knowledge of addiction risks?

The lawsuit alleges that FanDuel is aware of the addictive nature of its apps, citing that its parent company was forced to adopt protective measures, such as betting limits and age-based deposit caps, in the United Kingdom following a 2018 regulatory fine.

What did a previous lawsuit against a competitor reveal about state law?

A class action lawsuit filed against DraftKings in 2025 was dismissed in Pennsylvania because a judge ruled that state law does not impose a legal 'duty of care' on sportsbooks to monitor customers' gambling habits or protect them from developing addictions.

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