Conor McGregor Loses Civil Rape Case: Jury Awards €248,000 to Victim

Woman Wins Case: Nikita Hand won a civil rape case against Conor McGregor.

Incident Details: The assault happened in a Dublin hotel in December 2018.

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Damages Awarded: McGregor must pay €248,000 in damages to Ms. Hand.

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Verdict: A jury found McGregor guilty after a day of deliberation.

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Other Claims Dismissed: James Lawrence, also accused, was found not guilty.

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Ms. Hand's Message: She encouraged others to speak up and fight for justice.

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Appeal Filed: McGregor announced plans to appeal the verdict.

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Impact on Ms. Hand: She suffered physical and emotional trauma and financial hardship.

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Legal Battle: The trial lasted eight days, with powerful testimonies from both sides.

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Public Support: Ms. Hand expressed gratitude for the support she received.

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