Boston College Law Review to Publish Article on House Settlement's Limits for NCAA, NFL Concussion Case Diagnostic Failures

The Boston College Law Review is set to publish an article discussing the limitations of a recent House settlement regarding the NCAA and its treatment of college athletes. The authors, including legal experts from McCann Sports Law and Marc Edelman, emphasize that the settlement does not resolve ongoing legal issues faced by the NCAA. They argue that while there is a public desire for closure, the settlement is not a comprehensive solution. Additionally, there is ongoing scrutiny regarding the NFL's handling of brain-injury claims, particularly in relation to the effectiveness of diagnostic processes promised in previous settlements. Reports indicate that the NFL has not implemented basic diagnostic tools, resulting in significant cost savings for the league, while failing to adequately address the needs of affected players.