World Rugby vows not to ‘stand still’ on issue of player welfare
World Rugby has vowed they “do not stand still” on the issue of player welfare amid claims that playing the sport has caused brain damage.
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Former players to take legal proceedings against IRFU over brain injuries
An undisclosed number of former rugby players are taking a case against the IRFU in relation to serious brain injuries sustained during their playing careers.
Former rugby players to take legal action over concussion claims - reports
A group of former players have issued formal legal proceedings against World Rugby and the governing bodies of England (RFU) and Wales (WRU) over claims that the failure to protect them led to the early onset of dementia, British media reported.
Progressive Rugby finalises list of player welfare requirements to World Rugby
Lobby group Progressive Rugby says it is “finalising a comprehensive list of player welfare critical requirements” that will be submitted to the sport’s world governing body.
Former rugby union players set to sue authorities over head injuries
A case involving several former rugby union players diagnosed with early onset dementia and other irreversible neurological conditions now appears destined for the courts.
Rugby players with early-onset dementia to issue proceedings against authorities
A legal case involving a group of rugby players diagnosed with early-onset dementia and other irreversible neurological impairments now looks destined for the courts.
Players with early-onset dementia to issue proceedings against rugby authorities
A legal case involving a group of rugby players diagnosed with early-onset dementia and other irreversible neurological impairments now looks destined for the courts.
Joe Marler: England prop opens up on concussion scare from years ago
England front-row Joe Marler admits he still has fears of concussion after an incident several years ago where he forgot he had children.