Bellingham-based Haggen has filed a lawsuit against Albertsons seeking more than $1 billion in damages over a deal that has become acrimonious.
The complaint alleges that Albertsons engaged in “coordinated and systematic efforts to eliminate competition and Haggen as a viable competitor in over 130 local grocery markets in five states.” It was filed on Tuesday, Sept. 1 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware. Haggen estimates the damages would exceed $1 billion, with the actual amount to be determined at trial.
In the 55-page complaint, Haggen lists a variety of grievances against Albertsons that have taken place since the Bellingham grocer agreed to acquire 146 stores in five states in December. Those complaints include:
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