Trainer Serpe Takes Legal Action Against HISA, Demands Jury Trial
Lexington, Ky. – Thoroughbred trainer Philip A. Serpe has filed a lawsuit against the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA), challenging a suspension and seeking a jury trial to dispute the charges against him. According to Serpe’s legal team, this action was necessary after he was suspended without what they deem to be a fair hearing, potentially setting a significant precedent in the way racing regulations are enforced. Serpe’s disagreement with HISA revolves around the suspension he received, allegedly due to his horse’s exposure to prohibited substances. His legal argument underscores a perceived absence of … Read more