WWE Sued by ‘Superfly’ Snuka and Others Over Brain Injuries
- Company accused of hiding effects of neurological injuries
- Wrestling lawsuit follows similar claims in NFL, NHL
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World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. was sued on behalf of Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka and dozens of other retired wrestlers who claim the company hid the long-term effects of neurological injuries from years of being pounded in and out of the ring.
The suit makes the Stamford, Connecticut-based company the latest professional sports organization to face litigation over head injuries, following the National Football League and the National Hockey League.