In a bizarre turn of events, a New Jersey woman is embroiled in a legal battle with a casino after being denied a $2 million jackpot. The woman, who has chosen to remain anonymous, hit the massive jackpot while playing a slot machine at the Golden Nugget Atlantic City.
According to reports, the woman was playing a game called “Divine Fortune” when she hit the jackpot. The machine displayed a message congratulating her on her win and she was immediately ushered into a back room to fill out paperwork for her winnings.
However, her excitement quickly turned to frustration when casino officials informed her that she would not be receiving the $2 million jackpot. The reason? The casino claims that the machine malfunctioned and was not supposed to pay out such a large sum of money.
The woman’s attorney, Alan Ripka, is fighting back against the casino’s claims, arguing that his client is entitled to the full jackpot amount. Ripka alleges that the casino is simply trying to avoid paying out the money and is using the machine malfunction as an excuse.
In a statement to the press, Ripka said, “My client played by the rules and deserves to receive the jackpot that she rightfully won. The casino is trying to pull a fast one and we will not stand for it.”
The Golden Nugget Atlantic City has yet to publicly comment on the situation, but it is clear that this legal battle is far from over. The woman is reportedly considering taking legal action against the casino in order to receive the money she believes she is owed.
This case raises important questions about the integrity of slot machines in casinos and the rights of players who hit jackpots. It also serves as a cautionary tale for anyone who may be thinking of trying their luck at a casino – you never know when a big win could turn into a big headache. Only time will tell how this situation will unfold, but one thing is for certain – this New Jersey woman is not going down without a fight.
