Conor McGregor may miraculously gain back what he owes to Nikita Hand in assault case due to a legal loophole, claims reports

Conor McGregor's recent court case has sparked an unexpected legal twist, potentially benefiting the UFC star despite the verdict. The former UFC two-division champion was found liable for assault in a high-profile civil case filed by Nikita Hand, who claimed McGregor assaulted her in a Dublin hotel back in 2018. The court awarded Hand €250,000 ($257,000) in damages, but a legal loophole may cause her financial burden to increase.

Reports suggest that Hand might end up owing more than the awarded sum due to McGregor’s co-defendant, James Lawrence. The jury cleared Lawrence of assault but revealed that McGregor had footed his legal fees. This arrangement could mean that Hand may be required to reimburse Lawrence’s legal costs, which could be substantial, potentially equaling or exceeding the damages she won.

Experts suggest that any funds Hand recovers could ultimately end up benefiting McGregor, as the money paid to Lawrence could be redirected back into the UFC star’s pocket. According to a report by Daily Mail, leading Irish barrister Shane English claimed that Hand might face the possibility of financial setbacks stemming from the legal fees:

"In reality, if she got €250,000, I suspect his costs could be easily that or more. You could easily find a situation where Ms. Hands ends up owing money to Mr. Lawrence, notwithstanding what she has won. I can't see any legal reason why Mr. Lawrence can't recover his legal costs from Ms. Hand unless there was some agreement in court." [H/t: Daily Mail]

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Former UFC legend claims the organization "can't save" Conor McGregor amid legal troubles

UFC legend Matt Brown believes Conor McGregor is facing a "shi*storm" after being found liable for assault in a recent Irish court ruling. Despite McGregor's plans to appeal the verdict, Brown believes that the public fallout will be significant and long-lasting.

Brown pointed out that while McGregor was never seen as a "squeaky-clean" figure, the allegations have crossed a line that will seemingly force a shift in public opinion. Speaking in an interview with MMA Fighting, Brown claimed that the UFC can't fix the damage caused by his alleged actions:

“I don’t think this is unsalvageable, but he has to be the one to salvage it. No one’s going to be the one to save him in this situation. The UFC can’t save him. He has to do the right things. Get the f*ck out of the clubs. Put down the straws and get back in the gym. Maybe fighting isn’t what he wants to do anymore so maybe that’s not the right path, but I think it’s salvageable." [H/t: MMA Fighting]