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The co-guardians of a Jersey Shore youth seriously injured in a football practice have sued the helmet manufacturer in federal court.
Danielle M. Leone and Jacob M. Leone, co-guardians of Caleb Leone, have sued Riddell Inc., a nationwide maker of helmets based in Illinois, according to U.S. Middle District Court records.
On Aug. 13, 2020, the Leones filed a civil action in Lackawanna County Court.
They alleged Leone was wearing a Riddell helmet when injured during an Aug. 14, 2018, high school football practice when he sustained an impact to his head. They alleged the helmet was defective and are seeking damages for various personal injuries as a result, according to the complaint.