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Justin Chadwick

Ex-Eagles defender sues West Coast, AFL over concussion

Ex-West Coast defender Brad Sheppard is taking the club, two former doctors and the AFL to court. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

The AFL's concussion problems have resurfaced, with former West Coast defender Brad Sheppard launching legal action against the league, the Eagles and two former club doctors over medical negligence.

Sheppard was forced to retire in 2021 at the age of 30 due to ongoing concussion symptoms.

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