concussion lawsuits

As many as 50 class-action lawsuits contesting how the NCAA, major college football conferences or individual schools handled concussions will be filed in the coming months by former players seeking damages for lingering brain injuries and ailments.

A federal judge on Monday granted preliminary approval to a landmark deal that would compensate thousands of former NFL players for concussion-related claims.

A federal court in Philadelphia will hear arguments this spring on motions to dismiss lawsuits filed by thousands of former National Football League players about concussions.

The NFL has asked a federal judge to dismiss lawsuits filed by thousands of former players who say the league hid information suggesting a link between concussions and brain injuries.