The National Football League concussion lawsuits and resulting settlement captured a nation’s attention like few other cases in recent memory. Fans watched in horror as their heroes developed debilitating neurocognitive conditions. Parents wondered whether their children should play football. Currently healthy, retired players feared what their future might hold.
Much of this would never have come to light but for the litigation. For the lawyers representing these retired NFL players, there were two goals from the outset: Provide immediate care and compensation to those suffering from neurocognitive injuries, and provide security and peace of mind for those who are healthy but worried about the future.
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