Stories about the tragedies that have befallen lottery winners are so common that it’s almost a cottage industry in journalism. As the Powerball jackpot approaches a record-breaking $1.3 billion, it’s a good time to review the different ways a sudden boost in wealth can ruin a life.
The Science Is In: Winning the Lottery Probably Won’t Make You Better Off
One man faced perpetual harassment after winning $315 million Powerball
Don’t be too excited for the winner of the $1.3 billion Powerball. Lottery winners rarely have happy endings.
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A sign in the window of a liquor store shows the Powerball lottery jackpot at $700 million in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 7, 2016. Nicholas Kamm/AFP/Getty Images
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