A new group of former football pros is filing a lawsuit against the National Football League, claiming that the league as a whole has failed to take important and necessary steps in protecting players from long-term traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Overwhelming medical evidence points to the fact that on-field concussions lead directly to TBI, and careful medical follow-up should be performed to minimize the risks and consequences of these injuries.
Among other points, the players assert that they were given multiple injections of a powerful anti-inflammatory drug called Toradol, which only mask the symptoms of TBI and exacerbate the head injury. The lawsuit also accuses the League of failing to protect players from future concussions, which can be several times more detrimental than the initial brain injury.
According to the complaint, the NFL’s medical committee hid the true dangers of the concussion injuries, and the League reneged on its promise to create a global fund in order to provide compensation for the players’ injuries.
If you have suffered a traumatic brain injury because of another person’s negligence or recklessness, you may be entitled to compensation. Please contact an experienced personal injury lawyer in your area today using the Personal Injury Lawyer Directory.
