NCAA Ordered to Pay $18M in Concussion Lawsuit
A South Carolina jury has ruled that the NCAA must pay $18 million to former college football player Robert Geathers and his wife, Debra.
Geathers, 68, played for South Carolina State University from 1977 to 1980 as a defensive end. He was diagnosed with dementia several years ago and now struggles with daily tasks, such as dressing himself and helping with meals.
The jury awarded $10 million to Robert Geathers and $8 million to his wife, finding the NCAA negligent in failing to warn him about the long-term effects of concussions.
The NCAA owes a former college football player and his wife $18 million.
- Robert Geathers played for South Carolina State University from 1977 to 1980.
- He was diagnosed with dementia several years ago.
- The NCAA was found negligent in failing to warn Geathers about the long-term effects of concussions.
Author's summary: NCAA must pay $18M to former player and wife.