Former Gaimin Gladiators players, including Danish esportsman Frederik “roeJ” Jørgensen, have announced their intention to sue the organization for wrongful termination of their contracts. The conflict arose after the club decided to terminate contracts with players who were on the bench in order to avoid paying wages.

Problems with the contract

Gaimin Gladiators used a clause in the contract, claiming that the players did not fulfill certain obligations, including regular content creation. According to roeJ, the organization found the clause that was allegedly violated, but did not follow the procedure of notification and providing time to remedy the situation.

We expect to go to court with this, as the grounds do not really stand up

Frederik “roeJ” Jørgensen

Legal support and prospects of the case

The players have already found legal support in Canada, where the organization is based. According to roeJ, the legal team is made up of esports lawyers, and the costs of the lawsuit are shared by all affected players.

In addition to roeJ, all former Danish players of Gaimin Gladiators, including Niko “nicoodoz” Tamm Jensen and other ex-players who were benched, have joined the lawsuit. In total, seven players and one coach are involved in the case.

Community reaction and consequences

The situation has caused a stir in the esports community, as many players believe that Gaimin Gladiators acted unlawfully. Former team members are determined and ready to defend their rights in court. They emphasize the importance of legal support and justice in this case.

The Gaimin Gladiators organization has not yet provided any official comment on the situation. Meanwhile, the case continues to evolve, and the trial promises to be one of the most talked about in the esports world this year.