Do Multiple Concussions Cause Death?

Perhaps.

One surviving family of a former NFL player thinks so.

Wally Hilgenberg played for the National Football League for 16 years. During that time, he suffered multiple concussions.  He died in 2008, and doctors reportedly found that the cause of death was Chronic Traumatic Encephalomyopathy (CTE). CTE is a deadly form of dementia and is caused by repetitive concussions to the brain.  Symptoms include memory loss and impulse control problems.

His surviving family is suing the NFL because of these findings.  They believe the League knew of the serious dangers of concussions, but ignored the research and failed to protect the health and future well-being of the players.

Helmets are not the solution either.  Football and hockey helmets do not protect the athletes from concussions and the lasting impact that repeated injury to the brain can have on a person’s health. Many ex-players are responding to that sad reality with personal injury lawsuits against their league.

Have you or someone you love suffered a serious head injury in an accident in Kansas or Missouri?  Contact experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Attorney James Roswold.  With over 15 years of experience in Traumatic Brain Injury cases, we can help you.  Call today and set up your free consultation at (888) 348-2616.