Lawsuits against the league the union and teams continue to mount for the ongoing concussion issue.
This time five former NFL players are suing the NFL Players Association for not providing accurate information about head injuries. They accuse accused the players union of hiding the long-term effects of traumatic brain injuries and not doing enough to address the issue.
The players involved in the two lawsuits are Pro Bowl defensive end Neil Smith, running back Ladell Betts, defensive tackle Christian Ballard and linebackers Anthony Davis and Gregory Westbrooks.
According to the Associated Press, the former players are seeking medical monitoring and financial compensation for long-term chronic injuries, financial losses, expenses and intangible losses. It refers to the "pathological and debilitating effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) caused by concussive and sub-concussive impacts."
The players named former union presidents Trace Armstrong, Troy Vincent and Kevin Mawae in the suit. They accuse the union of not doing enough research to develop safer helmets, safer rules or safer equipment to prevent catastrophic brain injuries.
In a statement to the press, the NFLPA said the federal lawsuit "has no merit" and that issues of health and safety are a priority.
A federal judge granted preliminary approval last week to a settlement between retired players and the NFL over similar issues though many more lawsuits are still pending regarding the issue.
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