By Lori Waite  |  October 29, 2026

Category: Lawsuits to Join

Did your casino bonus come with unexpected strings attached?

If you signed up for a BetMGM or Caesars Palace Online Casino promotional bonus but did not receive the bonus you expected, you may qualify to take legal action.


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What to know about the online casino lawsuit 

  • Core Issue: BetMGM allegedly offered deposit-match bonuses of up to $1,000, while Caesars Palace Online Casino advertised bonuses of up to $2,500. Both companies are accused of failing to clearly disclose wagering requirements that made the promotional bonuses difficult to receive or keep.
  • Who it Affects: Consumers who lived in qualifying states and signed up for BetMGM or Caesars Palace Online Casino after seeing a promotional bonus offer. 
  • Harm/Impact: Consumers may have deposited or bet money based on these promotional offers without fully understanding the requirements to receive or keep their bonuses, potentially resulting in unexpected financial losses.
  • Legal Status: Attorneys are investigating potential online casino class action lawsuit claims involving BetMGM and Caesars Palace Online Casino promotional bonuses.
  • Take Action: If you signed up for a BetMGM bonus or Caesars bonus, deposited or wagered money and did not receive the promotional benefits you expected, fill out the form on this page to find out if you may qualify to join an online casino lawsuit investigation.

What is the online casino class action lawsuit investigation about?

Attorneys are investigating whether BetMGM and Caesars Palace Online Casino misled consumers by advertising promotional bonuses without clearly explaining what it took to receive and keep them.

The investigation focuses on allegations that:

  • Both casinos failed to clearly explain the wagering requirements and other restrictions attached to their promotional bonuses.
  • Consumers had to wager significantly more money than expected to receive or keep their bonuses.
  • Some consumers deposited or bet more money than they intended because they believed they would receive the advertised bonuses.

Attorneys are reviewing these allegations to determine whether affected consumers may be able to pursue an online casino lawsuit.

Below is an example of the advertisements used by BetMGM and Caesars Palace Online Casino.

 example of the advertisements used by BetMGM and Caesars Palace Online Casino:

Who qualifies for the Caesars Palace Online Casino or BetMGM lawsuit?

You may qualify for the online casino class action lawsuit if the following apply:

  • You created an account with BetMGM, Caesars Palace Online Casino or both.
  • You signed up for a promotional bonus offer, such as the Caesars $2,500 deposit-match bonus or BetMGM $1,000 deposit-match bonus.
  • You lived in Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or West Virginia when you signed up for the promotion.
  • You deposited or bet money on the platform after responding to the promotional offer.
  • You did not receive the bonus you expected or were unable to keep it because of the promotion’s requirements.

Time limits may apply. Do not wait to check whether you may qualify.

Legally reviewed by: Mark Gottlieb

Executive Director, Public Health Advocacy Institute

The law firm responsible for the content of this page is: Public Health Advocacy Institute; Boston, MA; 617-373-2026; www.phai.org.


Case updates

Legal status as of October 2026

  • October 2026: Attorneys are investigating potential claims involving allegedly misleading BetMGM bonuses and Caesars bonuses.
  • June 2025: A lawsuit was filed against Caesars Palace Online Casino (Brubaker v. Chester Downs and Marina LLC, et al., Case No. 250602325), challenging its $2,500 deposit-match promotion. The complaint alleges that consumers would have to wager at least $375,000 to receive the full advertised bonus.

This page was last reviewed and updated in October 2026 to reflect the latest case developments.


Frequently asked questions about the online casino lawsuit

Do I need documentation to complete the form?

No documentation is required to complete the form on this page. However, it may be helpful to keep any records of the promotional offer, deposits, bets or communications with the casino. An attorney may request this information when reviewing your potential claim.

Possibly. Having an inactive or closed casino account does not necessarily prevent you from pursuing a potential claim. Your eligibility may depend on the promotion you responded to and the details of your experience. 

Has a BetMGM lawsuit or Caesars online casino lawsuit settlement been announced?

No settlement has been announced in connection with this investigation. Attorneys continue to review potential claims involving promotional bonus offers. If you believe that you may qualify to join the online casino class action lawsuit, complete the form on this page. 

After you fill out the form, an attorney(s) or their agent(s) may contact you to discuss your legal rights.

The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements.

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