If you played a collegiate sport at a D1, D2 or D3 NCAA regulated school after 1980, sustained at least one concussion and have been diagnosed with a neurodegenerative brain disease, you may be eligible for a cash settlement.
What Is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)? Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive degenerative brain disease caused by repeated concussions or severe blows to the head. For this reason, CTE mainly affects athletes and military veterans.
Symptoms of CTE that can appear months, years or decades after trauma ends and can include:
ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease. The two types of ALS, Sporadic and Familial – Sporadic account for 95% of all cases, and can affect anyone. Familial means the disease is inherited genetically.
Lou Gehrig was one of the first notable individuals diagnosed with ALS causing the nickname "Lou Gehrig's Disease".
In addition to potentially recouping the cost of medical bills for ongoing treatment of your concussion-related injury, an attorney will handle all the paperwork needed to file your claim. An experienced concussion lawyer will also be able to quickly review your medical history and find expert witnesses to testify on your behalf. You'll be contacted by a local attorney to discuss your case once you fill out a no-obligation claim review form – but taking the next step is completely up to you.
Greater negotiating power and ensuring fair and adequate representation of all class members’ interests.
If the case wins, your attorney receives a contingency fee paid out of the total financial settlement awarded; otherwise, you’ll pay nothing.
Send an important message to the NCAA: Young athletes need protection from brain injuries caused during college games.