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Seeking Compensation for Brain Injuries in Sports: New Study Reveals Risks of CTE in Young Athletes
Updated:
02.28.2025
For athletes, the physical demands of sports often come with risks that extend beyond immediate injuries. While many focus on the visible signs of harm, the long-term effects of repeated brain trauma, including degenerative brain disease, can be far more insidious. Over time, these effects may gradually negatively change an athlete’s overall well-being, leading to significant challenges.
Understanding the consequences of such injuries is crucial, especially when they begin to interfere with everyday life. As awareness of these risks grows, more athletes are seeking legal support to address the impact of these injuries. Our Las Vegas brain injury lawyer can explain the options available to athletes and fight for the justice and compensation they deserve.
What Is Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy?
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a serious and progressive brain condition that results from repeated traumatic brain injuries, including sports-related concussions. Research has shown that individuals who have suffered brain trauma are at an increased risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia as they age, with those enduring multiple head injuries facing an even higher likelihood.
CTE is primarily seen in individuals with a history of frequent head impacts, especially in contact sports like football and boxing, and is a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries. The condition is often diagnosed posthumously through an autopsy, as no diagnostic test is available during life. Unfortunately, no known treatments currently exist to slow or reverse the effects of CTE.
Several high-profile athletes, such as Demaryius Thomas, Aaron Hernandez, and Andre Waters, have been found to have CTE after their deaths, shedding light on the dangers of repeated head trauma in sports.
New CTE Study with Student Athletes
A recent study has uncovered concerning evidence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy in younger athletes, including many who played high school football at the amateur level. Researchers examined the brain tissue of 152 athletes, aged from their teens to twenties, who had passed away. A significant 70% of these athletes participated in sports known for head contact, such as football, ice hockey, and rugby, while the remaining 30% were professional football players.
The findings revealed that nearly 40% of the subjects showed early signs of CTE. A notable 90% of the participants were male, and troublingly, 60% had died by suicide, while another 15% passed away due to accidental overdoses — issues commonly linked to CTE.
Families of the professional athletes shared that many of them had struggled with behavioral control, decision-making difficulties, and substance abuse. The study highlighted that 70% of the subjects battled depression and a lack of motivation, underlining the severe emotional toll that CTE can take, even in a young, injured athlete.
What Causes Repeated Head Trauma Like CTE in Youth?
While chronic traumatic encephalopathy was once thought to be a condition that only affects older individuals, research is now showing that the damage can begin much earlier, especially in young athletes. Developing brains are more susceptible to the effects of brain trauma, and studies suggest that participation in youth contact sports significantly increases the risk of long-term neurological issues.
Though sports-related concussions are often considered the primary cause of CTE, recent research reveals that it is the cumulative effect of repeated head injuries — rather than a single or specific number of concussions — that plays a more significant role in the development of the condition. Over time, prolonged exposure to multiple low-level impacts appears to cause more widespread brain damage than fewer, more intense hits. This understanding underscores the risks of early and frequent head trauma in youth sports, where the cumulative effect of such impacts may be far more damaging than previously thought.
Lawsuits Against Athletic Leagues and Organizations
In light of growing concerns over brain injuries in youth sports, many families are now holding sports organizations accountable for the long-term impact of repeated head trauma. Similar to the lawsuits filed by former NFL players, these legal actions highlight the need for accountability in sports organizations. As awareness about the dangers of CTE in young athletes increases, youth organizations must reassess their practices, particularly when it comes to safety protocols in junior and recreational competitions.
Organizations like the national Pop Warner Football program out of Langhorne, Pennsylvania,  have already faced lawsuits from families who claim that their children suffered brain injuries due to the organization’s practices. These head injuries, often resulting from repeated hits or inadequate protective measures, have led to a range of psychological and emotional issues, including depression, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, and severe mood swings.
More tragically, some of these young professional athletes have taken their own lives, with CTE being a major contributor to these devastating outcomes. The disease is known to cause significant changes in behavior, including impulsivity, aggression, and suicidal thoughts. These lawsuits highlight the need for greater accountability and stricter regulations in youth professional sports.
Parents and advocates are now pushing for organizations to implement stricter sports-related concussion protocols, limit contact during practice sessions, and ensure that coaches are trained to recognize and respond to signs of brain injury — steps that could prevent more children from suffering the irreversible consequences of CTE.
Take Action Now for Your Brain Injury Claim
The effects of brain injuries on an injured athlete can be far-reaching and life-changing, often leading to long-term health issues. If you or someone you know has suffered a brain injury due to participation in contact sports, it’s essential to understand your legal rights and options.
Contacting our experienced Las Vegas brain injury lawyer can provide you with the guidance needed to navigate the complexities of legal claims, ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress. Taking proactive steps today can help secure a safer, more stable future for professional athletes dealing with brain injuries.
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