Julia Swain Dr. Hartman SMGT 3180 16 April 2024 Examining the Legal Implications of Concussion Protocol: Defending Athlete Safety and Christian Responsibility In the U.S. alone, 3.8 million concussions are suffered due to a sports-related injury. In addition, 345 of 376 deceased NFL players who’s cause of death was studied were found to have suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative disease of the brain that is caused by repeated head trauma. These statistics demonstrate the frequency and severity of concussions, and how they can cause if left untreated, An analysis of the legal implications of concussion protocol and how they affect youth, college, and professional sports reveals three crucial legal terms: preventative
