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Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
1 day ago

Aliaksei Protas spoke to Nic Dowd about unfortunate head collision that led to injury: 'He's feeling way better now in terms of how the face looks'

Aliaksei Protas suffered an upper-body injury after a collision with Nic Dowd, missing three games while Dowd returned to play despite a facial injury.
France news
fromIndependent
7 hours ago

Former Irish rugby player Denis Coulson loses gang rape conviction appeal

Denis Coulson and two teammates were convicted of gang rape and failed to overturn a 14-year sentence.
#mookie-betts
Los Angeles
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

Mookie Betts Leaves Game Due To Back Injury, Will Undergo MRI

Mookie Betts exited the game due to lower back pain and will undergo an MRI, missing at least a couple of games.
Los Angeles
fromDodger Blue
1 day ago

Mookie Betts injured? Dodgers shortstop removed from Saturday's game

Mookie Betts was removed from the game due to right low back pain after scoring, raising concerns about his health and the Dodgers' infield depth.
Los Angeles
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

Mookie Betts Leaves Game Due To Back Injury, Will Undergo MRI

Mookie Betts exited the game due to lower back pain and will undergo an MRI, missing at least a couple of games.
Los Angeles
fromDodger Blue
1 day ago

Mookie Betts injured? Dodgers shortstop removed from Saturday's game

Mookie Betts was removed from the game due to right low back pain after scoring, raising concerns about his health and the Dodgers' infield depth.
#self-defense
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
US news
fromFortune
4 days ago

The quadruple amputee cornholer's shooting was in self-defense, lawyer says | Fortune

A quadruple amputee shot and killed a passenger in self-defense during an argument, facing murder charges and a lengthy trial.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
US news
fromFortune
4 days ago

The quadruple amputee cornholer's shooting was in self-defense, lawyer says | Fortune

A quadruple amputee shot and killed a passenger in self-defense during an argument, facing murder charges and a lengthy trial.
#nfl
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Chiefs WR Rashee Rice faces no NFL discipline over abuse allegations

The NFL found no evidence of misconduct by Rashee Rice, closing the investigation into allegations from his former girlfriend.
New England Patriots
fromMusket Fire
5 days ago

Patriots players won't love Robert Kraft's thoughts on big NFL change

The NFL is considering extending the regular season to 18 games, but players are opposed to the idea despite some owners' support.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 days ago

Legal services provider 8am and NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers announce partnership

8am partners with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, gaining naming rights for a premium lounge at Raymond James Stadium.
Medicine
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Meet the Former UFC Fighter Battling MS One Day at a Time

Alberto Crane, diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, maintains a fighter's mentality and continues to pursue Brazilian jiu-jitsu despite his condition.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Player strain, brain health and cyber threats high on FA priorities

The ongoing discussions regarding future structural changes to the game, such as the introduction of new tournaments (eg. Fifa Club World Cup), further intensify this challenge. These changes have the potential to significantly reduce the downtime available to elite players, affecting their recovery and overall well-being.
Soccer (FIFA)
#gender-discrimination
Women
fromDefector
3 days ago

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.
Women
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Woman to officiate NFL games sues for reinstatement, damages

Robin DeLorenzo's lawsuit reveals severe gender discrimination and humiliation faced as an NFL official from 2022 to 2025.
Women
fromDefector
3 days ago

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.
Women
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Woman to officiate NFL games sues for reinstatement, damages

Robin DeLorenzo's lawsuit reveals severe gender discrimination and humiliation faced as an NFL official from 2022 to 2025.
Higher education
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Student who missed exams after being raped appeals against ruling in favour of UCD

A female medical student claims University College Dublin inadequately supported her after being raped and facing image-based abuse.
Miami
fromSherdog
3 days ago

Colby Covington sues Jorge Masvidal for $50K in damages from 2022 attack

Colby Covington is suing Jorge Masvidal for over $50K in damages from an attack outside a restaurant in Miami.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Remembering an Angel With a Traumatic Brain Injury

Laura, despite severe brain damage, radiated joy and built meaningful connections with caregivers, enriching their lives through her infectious spirit.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Stefon Diggs has trial date set in strangulation, assault case

The charges stem from an alleged dispute between Diggs and his personal chef over money he owed her for her work. The chef told Dedham police that he 'smacked her across the face' and 'tried to choke her using the crook of his elbow around her neck.'
New England Patriots
MMA
fromSherdog
3 days ago

UFC antitrust settlement update: Delays encountered for some fighter payments

Most eligible athletes have received payments from the $375 million UFC antitrust lawsuit settlement, but some distribution issues remain.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

A Court Settlement Made Me a Millionaire. I've Barely Touched the Money.

Natalie received over a million dollars in a major abuse settlement after being sexually abused by her university gynecologist.
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Sweaty, glassy-eyed Tiger Woods blames cell phone use for his car crash

Woods told police at the scene that he had been 'looking down at his cell phone and changing the radio station and did not notice [that] the vehicle in front of him had slowed down.'
Roam Research
Toronto
fromJays Journal
4 days ago

Worrisome Cody Ponce pregame video hints Blue Jays injury predated awkward crash

Cody Ponce suffered a right ACL sprain during his first MLB start since 2021 after limping off the field in the third inning.
San Francisco Giants
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Lynch says 49ers' injury conspiracy a 'big nothing burger' after conducting independent study

The 49ers investigated injury causes, ruling out a substation's impact and confirming a safe training environment for players and staff.
Law
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Lawyers search for Epstein survivors for Bank of America $72.5m settlement

Bank of America settled for $72.5 million over allegations of facilitating Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, impacting around 75 women.
#tiger-woods
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Miami

Tiger Woods says looking at his phone led to Florida rollover crash

Tiger Woods was arrested for DUI after a rollover crash, admitting to distractions from his phone and radio before the incident.
fromESPN.com
4 days ago
US news

Judge grants Woods permission to leave U.S. for treatment

Tiger Woods has been granted permission to seek intensive treatment outside the U.S. for his health and privacy concerns.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Bodycam footage shows Tiger Woods's shock after crash: I'm being arrested?'

Tiger Woods was arrested for DUI after a vehicle crash, showing signs of impairment and possession of prescription opioids.
Miami
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Body Cam Footage Shows Tiger Woods Moments After Car Crash

Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover crash and later charged with DUI after being found with hydrocodone and glassy eyes.
Miami
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Tiger Woods says looking at his phone led to Florida rollover crash

Tiger Woods was arrested for DUI after a rollover crash, admitting to distractions from his phone and radio before the incident.
US news
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Judge grants Woods permission to leave U.S. for treatment

Tiger Woods has been granted permission to seek intensive treatment outside the U.S. for his health and privacy concerns.
Skiing
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'Sled head': Lawsuits against USA Bobsled/Skeleton allege permanent brain damage from the sports

Former U.S. bobsledders allege USA Bobsled/Skeleton concealed risks of brain injuries from the sport.
Medicine
fromWIRED
3 days ago

A New Implant Aims to Rewire Stroke Patients' Brains

Epia Neuro aims to help stroke patients regain hand function using a brain implant and motorized glove.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is in rehab, attorney says

Puka Nacua has entered rehab amid allegations of antisemitism and assault, while denying the claims and seeking to improve his behavior.
Poker
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

NFL, sportsbooks among defendants in gambling addiction lawsuit

Sportsbooks FanDuel and DraftKings are accused of promoting addictive gambling practices leading to severe financial losses for two plaintiffs.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

The player who tackled cancer and now wants to take on the world

David Brooks overcame cancer and returned to football, showcasing resilience and motivation despite missing the World Cup due to illness.
#cam-skattebo
New York Giants
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Giants' Skattebo apologizes for 'tasteless joke' on CTE, asthma

Cam Skattebo apologized for downplaying CTE and asthma during a podcast interview, acknowledging his lapse in judgment and the seriousness of these conditions.
New York Giants
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Giants' Skattebo apologizes for 'tasteless joke' on CTE, asthma

Cam Skattebo apologized for downplaying CTE and asthma during a podcast interview, acknowledging his lapse in judgment and the seriousness of these conditions.
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
6 days ago

Aliaksei Protas is 'going to miss a little bit of time' after head-on-head collision with Nic Dowd

Aliaksei Protas will miss time due to an upper-body injury sustained during a game against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Law
fromwww.independent.ie
3 days ago

Verdict of medical misadventure over death of Mayo teenager who suffered brain bleed after surgery

Jemma Gardiner, a 16-year-old from Ballina, was pronounced dead at Beaumont Hospital on February 18, 2019.
#dayton-webber
US news
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Amputee cornhole pro Dayton Webber denied bond in murder case

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, faces murder charges and will remain held without bond as his case progresses in Maryland.
US news
fromDefector
1 week ago

Quadruple Amputee Cornhole Pro Charged With Murder | Defector

Dayton James Webber, a motivational figure, was charged with murder after allegedly shooting a passenger during an argument.
US news
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Amputee cornhole pro Dayton Webber denied bond in murder case

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, faces murder charges and will remain held without bond as his case progresses in Maryland.
US news
fromDefector
1 week ago

Quadruple Amputee Cornhole Pro Charged With Murder | Defector

Dayton James Webber, a motivational figure, was charged with murder after allegedly shooting a passenger during an argument.
Medicine
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Brain surgeon who thought he was going to die' in hospital lift sues for 200,000

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
Higher education
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Arbitration case could bring change to NCAA's 'messy middle'

Top college football programs are exceeding spending caps, challenging the stability of the House settlement designed to ensure competitive balance.
Law
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Kelsey Fitzsimmons was found not guilty. Now she's suing.

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a former police officer, was acquitted of assault and is pursuing a civil lawsuit against North Andover town officials.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Brain Injury Grief: Dealing With Unreasonable Demands

Brain injury survivors need not accept blame for grief expressions or pressure to forgive and reconcile; non-violent resistance through silence is a valid response to humiliation and disrespect.
fromNewsday
2 weeks ago

Lawsuit: Brett Gardner's entire family was sickened on night when son died, lawsuit says

The lawsuit claims that the resort owners knew there was a problem based on previous guests reporting issues with the same guest rooms, indicating negligence in maintaining safety standards.
Miami Marlins
Fundraising
fromBlue Seat Blogs
2 weeks ago

Support BSB at the Play Like A Pro Charity Games for neuroblastoma research - Blue Seat Blogs

BSB supports Band of Parents' Play Like A Pro Charity Games on MSG ice to raise funds for neuroblastoma research, aiming to reach a $1,200 donation goal.
Snowboarding
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

This genius helmet sticker helps protect athletes' brains

The Crash Patch, a helmet sticker technology developed by Klick Health and The Snow League, detects major head impacts and could make head injury detection accessible to athletes across all helmet-based sports.
Law
fromBloomberglaw
4 days ago

Newborn Death Verdict Displays Tort Law Power in Work Disputes

A $22.5 million verdict against an Ohio company highlights the legal risks of denying medical accommodations for pregnant employees.
#cte
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Woman only found out she had terminal brain cancer after a suitcase fell on her head

A suitcase falling on Lauren Macpherson's head during train travel led to the discovery of terminal brain cancer, giving her an expected lifespan of 10-12 years.
Medicine
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Brain's protective barrier stays leaky for years after playing contact sports

Repeated head trauma in contact sports causes long-term blood-brain barrier damage and leakiness decades after retirement, triggering persistent immune responses linked to cognitive decline.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Celtic pay out five-figure sum to sexual abuse victim

Celtic settled a historic sexual abuse case by paying a five-figure sum to a victim of Frank Cairney's abuse at Celtic Boys Club in 1989.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

US quadruple amputee cornhole pro suspected of murder had a dark side', ex-girlfriend claims

A woman claims her ex-boyfriend, Dayton Webber, has a dark side and is not surprised by his murder charge.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Bears Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman retires at 27, much the way his father did 26 years ago

Not long ago, most NFL players - linemen, certainly - couldn't up and quit at the peak of their earning potential because their earnings weren't enough to ensure a lifetime of financial stability. Instead, they did what football players do - button their chin strap and play as long as their name remained on a roster. The risk of serious injury - including concussions - was simply the price of staying in the business.
Chicago Bears
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole player waives hearing in murder case

Webber allegedly shot Bradrick Michael Wells, 27, of Waldorf, after a heated argument, according to police charging documents.
US news
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

How Evidence Matters in a Birth Injury Case - Social Media Explorer

In birth injury cases, the collection of evidence is crucial for establishing liability and demonstrating the extent of harm suffered by the child and family. Without sufficient evidence, it becomes challenging to prove that the injury was preventable and that the healthcare providers failed in their duty of care.
Law
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Judge in rugby brain injury lawsuit tells legal teams to hurry up as cases drag on

A judge overseeing rugby brain injury litigation cases rebuked both legal teams for slow progress on claims now over five years old, requiring written updates and identification of 28 lead claimants by October.
US news
fromThe Oaklandside
3 weeks ago

Doug Martin's family sent his brain to be tested for CTE as they await police investigation

Former NFL player Douglas Martin's family awaits investigation results and CTE testing five months after his death in Oakland Police custody.
Public health
fromJezebel
1 month ago

The Stupidest Sport of All Time Has Been Found: Professional Concussion Receiving

Unregulated 'run it straight' collision contests pose near-certain risk of catastrophic brain injury and death while being irresponsibly promoted as legitimate athletic competition.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Former Super Bowl champion asked ChatGPT about injuries before girlfriend's death, court hears

Prosecutors said investigators also identified additional blood traces using the forensic detection agent Bluestar. A preliminary autopsy by Hamilton County medical examiner Dr Stephen Cogswell found that Perpetuo suffered multiple injuries that together constituted blunt force trauma, including facial contusions, a fractured cheekbone, broken teeth and a fracture of the upper cervical spine. The report also documented shallow stab wounds to the chest and thigh, and a bite mark on the shoulder.
US news
Mental health
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Emotional and psychological changes after head trauma and the importance of legal protection - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Traumatic brain injuries often cause delayed, persistent emotional and psychological problems requiring specialized care and compensation to access neurorehabilitation and support.
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Concussions have Colts' Ward mulling retirement

"With the brain injuries, you don't really see it ... until you get older sometimes," said Ward, who is 29 and just finished the first season of a three-year, $54 million contract with the Colts.
National Football League
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

SnowBrains Podcast Ep. 101 | Dr. Fawad Mian - Neurologist Specializing in Head Injuries & Concussions - SnowBrains

Untracked powder and perfect corduroy. These are the things that skiers and riders live for. But finding either at the big-name resorts in the Lake Tahoe area can be almost impossible. That's why Tahoe locals have gravitated to Diamond Peak Ski Resort when they're looking to get away from the crowds and find a bit of space. Diamond Peak offers 1,840 vertical feet of steep north-facing groomers, hidden powder stashes, and incredible views of Lake Tahoe from the slopes.
Snowboarding
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Heading ball likely' contributed to Scotland star's brain injury, coroner finds

That frailty was due to a combination of vascular dementia and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), coroner Jon Heath said. The coroner gave a narrative conclusion on Monday, finding that McQueen died from pneumonia as a consequence of mixed vascular dementia and CTE. He said: It is likely that repetitive head impacts sustained by heading the ball while playing football contributed to the CTE.
Soccer (FIFA)
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Circumstances, Considerations and Choices

Intrinsic motivation and personal attitude primarily determine behavior, and individuals control and are accountable for their own thoughts, actions, and responses.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'McQueen attributed dementia to heading ball'

He would say 'yes, heading a football all those years probably hasn't helped'. I remember coming home from school and Dad would be in bed. Or having a lie down. He would say he's been having headaches. I remember thinking 'why are you having headaches?'
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Five players seeking to play 5th year denied preliminary injunction

Accordingly, the motion for Preliminary Injunction ... is DENIED,
Higher education
#mental-competency
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Premier League leads call for temporary concussion subs

The Premier League and 28 global football bodies propose trialing temporary concussion substitutes to improve player welfare and immediate injury assessment.
National Football League
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

NFLPA lawyer reveals she was fired in wake of raising legal concerns

The NFLPA fired associate general counsel Heather McPhee on Dec. 30 after she sued the union and executives alleging a conspiracy to block her cooperation with a federal criminal inquiry.
Medicine
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Man Gets Clean Bill of Health From Super-Expensive MRI Scan, Then Gets Horrible News

A $2,500 whole-body MRI allegedly missed severe narrowing in a middle cerebral artery, and the patient later suffered a disabling stroke and is suing Prenuvo.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

A fringe theory about 49ers injuries has gone viral. Here's what scientists say.

To help clear up public misconceptions, Woloschak explained that electromagnetic radiation has two general types, one with very high energy and the other with low energy. Human sources of the strong type, called 'ionizing' radiation, include nuclear reactors and weapons. This kind of radiation can indeed break DNA and cause cancer, such as people experienced following the atomic bombings in World War II.
National Football League
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Ex-footballer claims rogue surgeon Eljamel ruined his career

Iain Jenkins' professional football career was effectively ended by complications from a 1999 private spinal operation performed by Sam Eljamel.
Law
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

17 more athletes join lawsuit vs. ex-NC State medical director

Seventeen additional former NC State male student-athletes joined a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse, harassment, and exploitation by former sports medicine director Robert Murphy.
Law
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

What to Expect From the Legal Process After a Catastrophic Accident - Social Media Explorer

Thorough initial investigations and timely legal representation are essential to gather evidence, document circumstances, and shape effective legal strategy.
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