Austrian Supreme Court ruling exposes gambling directors to player-loss claims
Directors involved in Austrian gambling disputes may face personal liability for player losses, increasing individual legal exposure.
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Austria’s Supreme Court confirms possible personal liability for illegal online casino managers
The ruling may expose managers, as well as operators, to claims linked to breaches of Austrian player-protection rules.
Austrian Supreme Court rules loot boxes are not bets
The ruling clarifies how Austria classifies loot boxes in EA Sports FC and FC Ultimate Team.
Austria’s Supreme Court rules FIFA Ultimate Team loot boxes are not gambling
The ruling determines how the Austrian Gambling Act applies to loot boxes in the game considered by the court.
European Court of Justice rules on jurisdiction in online gambling loss claims
The ruling clarifies where online gambling companies and their directors may face claims over player losses.