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Lottery's biggest winners, losers

Published On: Mar 28 2012 07:23:53 AM PDT   Updated On: Jan 15 2013 08:49:42 AM PST

Take a look at some previous winners of huge lottery jackpots. For some, money does not bring happiness.

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Bradley told Bankrate that she recommends lottery winners set up a "DFZ," or a "decision-free zone." "Take time out from making any financial decisions," she said. "Do this right away. For some people, it's smart to do it before you even get your hands on the money." Pictured is retired house cleaner Geraldine Williams, of Lowell, Mass., who won $294 million in 2004.

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