If you’re suffering symptoms from a rugby head injury join this compensation claim

If you played rugby and think you have symptoms caused by your head injuries, the deadline is approaching to join a claim by specialist sports law solicitors.

While head knocks are common in rugby, many people don’t realise the long-term consequences they can lead to.

Concussion can be the immediate issue but they can also cause lasting brain damage and health problems which only become apparent in later life.

It is believed that a lot of rugby players have been left facing serious neurological conditions, such as dementia, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), Parkinson’s disease, motor neurone disease, epilepsy and persistent post-concussion syndrome.

Solicitors at Rylands Garth claim that rugby governing bodies failed to provide adequate protection for players from concussion and sub-concussion.

The deadline is now approaching to join a group action of more than 900 rugby players against the governing bodies. Rylands Garth has two aims – not only to secure compensation payments to help those affected but also to make the game safer for players in the future.

A Rylands Garth spokesman said: “We want to ensure that players and their families are looked after, especially if their condition deteriorates as they get older.

“This is a force for good and about saving people’s lives. We think that thousands of players are struggling. Get tested. Protect your future.”

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Am I eligible to join the claim?

Symptoms can include:

Memory problems and/or confusion
Headaches and migraines
Mood changes, such as depression or aggression
Poor balance and/or co-ordination
Incontinence
Tiredness / fatigue
Substance abuse, such as alcohol and drug addiction

If you have never had concussion from playing rugby, you may still be eligible to join the legal action because repeated sub-concussions and other head knocks can also cause brain damage.

If your family member is too unwell to manage the process, or has sadly passed away, you may also be able to join the litigation on their behalf.

Meet claim deadline

Due to a court order, any new claims have to be made by May 2025.

If you were a semi-professional or professional Rugby Union or Rugby League player and are suffering neurological symptoms, now is the time to get in touch with Rylands Garth.

The law firm can cover medical costs to get a diagnosis, to see whether you have a case.

They may also be able to help support your case on a no win, no fee basis with litigation finance.

For more details or to join the claim, visit https://concussioninsportlitigation.com/my-concussion-claim/.

To join the claim, just complete the short enquiry form.

A legal representative will be in touch soon to discuss your case. There is no charge for your initial enquiry, and no obligation to join the claim.