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    Second Concussion Lawsuit Takes Aim at NHL Culture of Violence

    The National Football League has been hit by 200 lawsuits by players who've suffered concussions. Now the National Hockey League is being taken to court by nine former players. Not only are they seeking compensation and medical care from the NHL, they're also asking for changes in the way the game is played.

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    By Warren Olney • May 10, 2014 • 1 min read

    The National Football League has been hit by 200 lawsuits by players who've suffered concussions. Now the National Hockey League is being taken to court by nine former players. Not only are they seeking compensation and medical care from the NHL, they're also asking for changes in the way the game is played. Eric Macramalla is a lawyer based in Ontario, legal analyst for TSN.

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    Lessons from Rwanda's Genocide, 20 Years Later
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Eric Macramalla

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    Lessons from Rwanda's Genocide, 20 Years Later
    1. 0:00Big Challenges for New HHS Sec Sylvia Mathews Burwell
    2. 8:11The Genocide in Rwanda: What Can Be Learned?
    3. 44:18Second Concussion Lawsuit Takes Aim at NHL Culture of ViolenceYou’re reading this
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