Geelong avoids AFL punishment over secret concussion waiver | ABC NEWS
The AFL has decided not to sanction Geelong over a secret contractual waiver that sought to make a player assume responsibility for any future concussion-related claims against the club.
The league and the AFL Players’ Association accepted Geelong’s explanation that it aimed to protect the player’s autonomy. Former AFL Players’ Association president Joel Bowden say the decision raises serious questions about player welfare and should have been independently investigated.
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