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Hall of Famer Paul Hornung, suffering from dementia, sues helmet maker Riddell (Shutdown Corner)

Pro Football Hall of Famer Paul Hornung, who spent his entire career with the Green Bay Packers, is suing helmet maker Riddell Inc., according to Associated Press, alleging that the helmets he wore his his career did not protect him from brain injury.

Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame halfback Paul Hornung, seen here in Super Bowl I, is suing helmet maker Riddell. (Photo by James Flores/Getty Images)
Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame halfback Paul Hornung, seen here in Super Bowl I, is suing helmet maker Riddell. (Photo by James Flores/Getty Images)

Hornung, 80, filed the civil lawsuit on Thursday. It’s not clear how much Hornung is seeking in damages.