Former Cheerleader Sues University for Negligence Over Concussions

A former cheerleader at Southeastern University in Florida has sued the school, her former coach, and an assistant athletic trainer for negligence, claiming she received inadequate care after suffering a concussion during practice, which led to another concussion.   Plaintiff Ali Roberts, who is represented by Tampa-based lawyer Joseph Alvarez, put forth six counts of negligence against Southeastern cheerleading coach Krissa Wallsteadt, assistant athletic trainer Lana Olson and the universi