Judge Approves Settlement in NFL Concussion Lawsuit

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(CNN) — Former pro football players who suffered serious medical conditions because of repeated head injuries could get up to $5 million from the NFL.

A federal judge signed off on a revised settlement Wednesday. Β More than 5,000 former players sued the league, accusing it of hiding the dangers of concussions. Β The settlement also provides eligible retired players with baseline neurological exams. Β 

The list of plaintiffs included more than 100 ex-Panthers like Stephen Davis and Wesley Walls.

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