Head impacts and concussions caused by contact sports have dramatically increased in the past decade, as sports become more competitive and serious at younger ages These head injuries can be serious, and yet kids are not even always taken out of a game after suffering a blow to the head. Even fewer receive any medical attention.
Read What to Know if Your Child Suffers a Sports Concussion to learn the signs and symptoms of concussions
Some statistics about sports concussions:
Concussions can have serious long-term effects. When they are caused or made worse by the negligence of a coach, trainer, league or referee, it is even more distressing. Examples of possible negligence:
If your child suffered a sports-related concussion and you have questions, give our sports injury lawyers a call. We will answer all your questions, let you know your legal options and discuss the best course of action. There is never a fee or obligation.
If you chose to pursue a lawsuit, our top-notch investigators and medical experts will provide the evidence to present the best case possible. We will determine all the liable parties involved—this may include a team, the overseeing organization, a trainer, a facility—to help get you the money you may need to pay medical bills and compensate for pain and suffering.
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