Desiree and Eduardo decide to wager,in violation of a state statute,on the outcome of a soccer game.They each deposit money with Felipe,who agrees to pay the winner of the bet.Before the game begins,Eduardo tells Felipe that he has changed his mind about the bet.Eduardo can recover

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Wagering on the outcome of a game is illegal and unenforceable by law. Thus, Eduardo can recover the amount of his bet only as it is against public policy to enforce the contract between the parties. Felipe cannot be held liable to pay any winnings as the agreement is void.

Desiree and Eduardo Decide to Wager,in Violation of a State