Ex-Jaguars Employee Sues FanDuel for $250M Over Gambling Addiction

Amit Patel, who embezzled $22 million from the NFL team, claims the betting company exploited his addiction through incentives and gifts.

Amit Patel, serving a 6½-year sentence for stealing $22 million from the Jacksonville Jaguars, filed a lawsuit against FanDuel.
Patel alleges FanDuel ignored responsible gambling protocols and anti-money laundering rules, knowing he was an NFL employee and a compulsive gambler.
The lawsuit claims FanDuel provided Patel with over $1.1 million in gambling credits and lavish gifts, including trips to major sporting events.
Patel's attorney argues that while Patel is not blameless, FanDuel played a significant role in exacerbating his gambling addiction.
FanDuel has not commented on the lawsuit, citing the pending litigation, while similar lawsuits against gambling companies have been dismissed in the past.