NFL Concussion Court Hearing In Philadelphia

By Mike Dougherty

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A federal judge Wednesday listened to opponents of a settlement between the NFL and the players association that would provide compensation and medical care for those who suffer from cognitive disorders resulting from head injuries.

Retired players and their families telling the judge the settlement doesn't do enough to rectify decades of pain and suffering.

Attorney Steven Molo says the claims process is too complicated and fails to account for emotional disorders, like depression, that stem from concussions.

"Hopefully our points come across and she'll (the judge) decide that the settlement should not stand as it's currently constituted."

Both the NFL and the players association say it guarantees an uncapped compensation package worth about a billion dollars that will serve every player who qualifies over the next 65 years.

Chris Seeger is lead council for the NFLPA.

"We're on the goal line, ready to push the ball over and get this done."

Both groups citing overwhelming support from 22,000 current and former players.

There is no timetable for when the judge will make a decision.
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