The Netherlands is not alone in addressing claims regarding similar losses. Simply put, if a company acts contrary to the law, it is not entitled to the money earned. The judges in both cases agreed with his arguments, indicating that Unibet may face a significant challenge in contesting this decision.
Lawyer Benzi Loonstein, representing several former gamblers, including the two in these cases, noted that his clients were happy with the court’s ruling despite expecting a continued legal battle. However, a Unibet representative noted that the company’s lack of response was due to human error and it would seek its legal rights. These rulings were classified as default judgments, indicating that the defendants failed to respond.
The Company Allegedly Operated without PermissionĪccording to the court, Unibet must repay €93,000 ($99,902) to one gambler, while another company, whose identity remains undisclosed, was ordered to refund an amount of €124,000 ($133,203). Unibet has expressed its intention to object to the ruling, opening the case for reexamination at a later date. The court’s decision stems from a change in Dutch gambling laws in October 2021, legalizing online gambling, which has prompted individuals who lost substantial amounts of money before this date to pursue legal action, claiming their losses were unlawful.
