The U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday heard oral argument in a challenge to the National Football League's settlement of a massive class action suit over players' concussion injuries.
In April, U.S. District Judge Anita B. Brody approved a deal that provides players with medical examinations and monetary awards for those diagnosed with brain injuries. The settlement also obligated the NFL to establish education programs related to football safety.
A group of former players – including Alan Faneca, Roderick Cartwright, Jeff Rohrer and Sean Considine – had sought ...
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