Concussions, The NFL, and Workers Comp.
Terry Tautolo a former 49ers linebacker was left homeless after suffering brain damage allegedly caused by concussions sustained during his career with the NFL.
“What this game does to you, people have no clue,” said Tautolo’s former 49er teammate George Visger to CBS.
Visger has also suffered career ending concussions and has since undergone 9 brain surgeries. Visger successfully sued the NFL for workers compensation to cover his medical expenses and advised Tautolo to do the same.
Earlier this year Junior Seau a former San Diego Charger shot himself in the chest. A year earlier Dave Duerson a Bears safety also shot himself in the chest but not before leaving a note requesting that his brain be given to the NFL’s brain bank for testing. His autopsy results showed signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy a disease associated with depression and dementia all believed to be cause by the head injuries he received during his career.
Its evident when a player has broken a bone or suffered a laceration but the damage that comes from a concussion isnt seen until much later. Visger and others hope to shed some light on the damage cause by these head injuries and prevent more pain and suffering for the players and their loved ones.
From heavy machinery to getting smacked and shoved on the football field your workplace whatever it may be has the potential to become a dangerous place if the proper rules, regulations and precautions are not taken.
When these types of injuries occur workers compensation can help you recover or at the very least bring you stability both financially and in health.
In California, employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance and pay you benefits when you are injured at work — generally regardless of the cause of the injury. Workers’ compensation covers most work-related physical or mental injuries and illnesses, whether caused by one event or repeated exposure. If the injury or illness developed gradually, you should report it immediately upon learning that it could be work-related to decrease the likelihood of a dispute over coverage.
A workplace injury or the diagnosis of an occupational disease can be costly. In many instances, your medical expenses, lost wages and rehabilitation costs should be covered by workers’ compensation insurance. A workers’ comp lawyer can help you file a claim, appeal a denied claim or get the money to which you are entitled. Our goal at is to restore our clients’ self-esteem and get them back to the lifestyle they had before their injury. We will seek the maximum compensation available under the law to help make you whole again.
Call me today at (951) 788-8325 to schedule a free case consultation. When you come into my office, you can expect that I will thoroughly evaluate your claim.
