Former High School Football Player Sues over Return to Play Decision

A former high school football player, who allegedly suffered at least two concussions while playing football for Medina (Ohio) High School, has sued the school district and two of the school’s coaches in Medina County Common Pleas Court, claiming they pressured him to continue practicing and playing despite still suffering the effects of a concussion.   The plaintiff, Jonathan Stoddard, is seeking punitive damages, interest accrued on expenses since the alleged injuries, attorney fees and