A court ruled that a Mega-Sena pool participant, who was excluded for paying his share late, must receive his portion of the winnings despite the organizer's denial.
In a recent ruling, a participant of a Mega-Sena lottery pool who was excluded from receiving a share of the winnings was awarded R$ 160,000. The judge determined that the individual had paid his share, albeit outside the agreed timeframe, and the organizer's refusal to pay was considered a breach of good faith. The lottery pool, which took place in Goiânia and won a substantial prize of over R$ 206 million, had not been an official one done through Caixa Econômica, but rather an informal agreement among the players.
The case highlights ongoing disputes surrounding informal lottery pools in Brazil, where varying interpretations of payment timelines can lead to significant financial implications. The judge, Joyre Cunha Sobrinho, remarked on the need for clarity and fairness in such arrangements, asserting that the participant rightfully followed through on his payment commitment despite the late timing. This ruling adds to the existing legal precedent regarding such informal lottery agreements and the treatment of late payments.
The organizer of the lottery pool did not respond to requests for comments, leaving the situation unresolved publicly. As informal pools often lack regulatory oversight, this case could prompt discussions among bettors and lawyers about the potential need for clearer guidelines and protections for participants in similar situations, especially given the lucrative nature of lottery games like Mega-Sena.
