That's according to the Irish Times.
The IRFU are facing a case from former Irish players over claims they suffered brain injuries during their careers.
According to the Irish Times - a Dublin based solicitors firm - Maguire McClafferty - is taking the lawsuit on behalf of a number of unnamed players.
Their action is separate to one being pursued in the UK.
NFL Confirm No International Game Will Take Place This Year
Croke Park hosted the sell-out between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Minnesota Vikings back in September
Aaron Hill Out Of Hong Kong's World Grand Prix
Former world champions Stuart Bingham and Kyren Wilson also made their exits
Suncroft Brothers Sam And Cian Prendergast Start For Six Nations Opener
Andy Farrell named his starting 15
Tuesday Sport Update
Andy Farrell names his team for Thursday's Six Nations Opener.
Rian Boran Interview
Full back & Team captain vs Dublin, speaking with Kfm Commentator Seamus Dillon. Kfm Player of the match was corner back Liam O'Reilly. Award in association with McMahon & Co, Auditors and Accountants, Kildare, Naas and Dublin
Brian Dowling Interview
vs Dublin, speaking with Kfm commentator Seamus Dillon
Harry O'Neill Interview
Kfm Player of the Match vs Offaly. Award in association with McMahon and Co, Auditors and Accountants, Kildare, Naas and Dublin
Brian Flanagan Interview (Offaly match)
post-match vs Offaly, speaking with Kfm commentator Ger McNally/
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