The LSU Tigers recently saw a player take time off due to a brain tumor that was found, but now the player is suing the school and the surgeon.
Greg Brooks Jr, son of a former NFL player, was a captain and defensive leader for the LSU Tigers a season ago. Brooks Jr fell ill, and began to feel pounding headaches that caused severe nausea while he was practicing. The defensive back played two games with a brain tumor for the LSU Tigers before undergoing an MRI that revealed the worst.
The LSU Tigers medical staff had previously been treating Brooks Jr for migraines before recommending him to go to Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge.
After his MRI, the defensive back was quickly treated for a cancerous tumor, and underwent a procedure to remove the tumor. However, the successful operation proved to provide no relief of pain for Brooks Jr, who has since undergone more health issues. Currently, the defensive back has still not been able to walk since the surgery was conducted to remove the tumor nearly a year ago.
Former LSU Tigers Safety Greg Brooks Jr Files Lawsuit for Malpractice
In a shocking turn of events, Brooks Jr has filed a 13-page lawsuit against the LSU Tigers staff, including coach Brian Kelly, as well as the medical staff and associated medical center.
Brooks Jr claims to have suffered “multiple” seizures on the field during practice that were written off as “dehydration”. Brooks Jr claims “acts of malpractice” have led to his worsening condition that could have previously been spotted with the correct medical assistance.
Brooks Jr suffered a condition known as posterior fossa syndrome, a rare issue that can occur in post-operative patients. The condition causes a variety of issues with the functions of speech, motor skills, and behavior. Brooks Jr did not note any behavioral changes but did state that he would “likely” need assistance to live for the remainder of his life.
Perhaps the most shocking allegation that Brooks Jr made against the program is that LSU failed to produce a donation fund when requested. Players, family members, and fans alike donated money in hopes of assisting Brooks Jr through the surgery costs. However, Brooks Jr claims that the money was withheld and has still not been paid out.
Due to NCAA rules, the LSU Tigers program does not need to disclose the fund details to the NCAA, thus meaning Brooks Jr does not need to prove his medical expenses to receive the fund.
The LSU Tigers athletics department commented on the situation regarding Brooks Jr and the lawsuit, but made no mention or comment on the fund situation.
The LSU Tigers will host the #9 Ole Miss Rebels this weekend in Baton Rouge is a game that should see a packed sellout crowd.
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