IrelandMaurice Regan, a US-based construction magnate, has initiated a High Court legal action against John Magnier, a billionaire associated with the Coolmore stud farm, alleging violations of competition law. The case involves claims that Magnier and others have engaged in anti-competitive practices by restricting access to certain services, such as a local equine hospital. Regan's Newtown Anner Stud Farm Ltd is suing multiple entities linked to Coolmore, including Magnier's son, several companies, and individual executives. The plaintiffs seek a court declaration preventing these parties from interfering with services provided by third-party providers like the Fethard Equine Hospital. The case was recently moved to the competition list within the Commercial Court division after legal counsel requested the transfer.
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