Conor McGregor appears in Dublin court for civil trial over 2018 sexual assault allegation

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Conor McGregor appeared in a Dublin court on Tuesday for a civil trial regarding a 2018 sexual assault allegation. The trial, which is expected to last two weeks, involves claims made by Nikita Ni Lamhain, who filed a lawsuit in 2021. Emergency room doctor Daniel Kane testified that he treated Hand shortly after the incident and observed bruising on her body. He noted that Hand described being physically restrained and feared for her life during the alleged assault. Hand recounted her night leading up to the incident, including drinking and using cocaine at a party. She claimed McGregor made advances on her in a hotel room, leading to the alleged assault. She is seeking damages for lost wages and medical expenses.


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