In January, 2008, Mr O’Meara acquired shares in Anheuser-Busch. He claimed that as a result of the actions of the defendants, he missed out on a rights offer that was extended to existing Anheuser-Busch shareholders. He instituted proceedings claiming that the defendants are liable to him for losses sustained by virtue of alleged breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, breach of duty of care, misrepresentation, loss of opportunity and unjust enrichment.
As part of the pre-trial proceedings, Goodbody Stockbrokers served a notice seeking particulars on 13th January 2016. On 19th January, the solicitors for Mr O’Meara responded with replies. Goodbody Stockbrokers maintain that the replies received are inadequate and brought an application for further and better particulars.