Posted on 04/04/25
| News Source: WBAL
Baltimore, MD - April 4, 2025 - Baltimore City is suing two popular sports gambling sites.
The suit was filed in Baltimore City against Draft Kings and Fan Duel.
It alleges that the sports betting firms used deceptive practices to target problem gamblers and further gambling addiction.
Specifically, the suit argues promotions like bonus bets attract new gamblers, and the firms used analytics to identify those who suffer from gambling disorders.
The Washington, D.C., firm DiCello Levitt is partnering with the city law department in filing the suit.
Mayor Brandon Scott said in a news release, “These companies are engaging in shady practices, and the people of our city are literally paying the price.”