Former LSU football player Greg Brooks Jr. and his father, Greg Brooks Sr., appeared on ABC’s Good Morning America this Monday to discuss the ongoing medical negligence lawsuit that has deeply affected Brooks’ life. In an emotional segment, the pair shared details of Brooks’ tragic experience at LSU, including allegations that medical staff failed to properly diagnose his brain tumor and made critical errors during surgery that left him permanently disabled.
The Lawsuit and Allegations
In August 2024, Brooks filed a lawsuit against LSU and its sports medicine partner, Our Lady of the Lake Health, accusing the university and its medical staff of mishandling his medical care. According to Brooks, LSU was significantly delayed in diagnosing his brain tumor, and doctors made serious surgical mistakes during the operation, resulting in permanent and life-altering disabilities.
Brooks, who played for LSU during the 2022 and 2023 seasons, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in September 2023. Following his diagnosis, LSU recommended surgery, which was performed by doctors at Our Lady of the Lake Health—LSU’s medical partner. Unfortunately, the procedure didn’t go as planned, and Brooks now faces lifelong consequences.
Life After Surgery: A Heartbreaking Struggle
During his appearance on Good Morning America, Brooks sat in a wheelchair, visibly struggling to speak. He shared the devastating impact the surgery has had on his life, revealing that he has had to relearn basic functions such as writing, speaking, and eating. These difficulties are a direct result of the complications that arose from the surgery.
Greg Brooks Sr., his father, also spoke candidly during the interview. He emphasized that while the brain tumor itself was a serious concern, it was the aftermath of the surgery and the mistakes made during the procedure that have caused lasting harm. “The disease is not the issue. This is the aftermath of injury from surgery,” Brooks Sr. said on the show.
The Ongoing Legal Battle
The lawsuit Brooks filed claims negligence on the part of LSU and Our Lady of the Lake Health, alleging they failed to provide timely and competent medical care. Brooks and his family are seeking justice for the permanent damage caused by what they believe was substandard medical treatment.
While Brooks’ life as a student-athlete has been permanently altered, his legal battle continues as he fights for accountability and compensation for the medical errors that changed the course of his life.
A Powerful Message
The Good Morning America segment highlighted the incredible toll this experience has taken on Brooks, both physically and emotionally. His strength and resilience in sharing his story are a testament to his determination to raise awareness about medical negligence in sports and the importance of timely and accurate diagnosis and treatment.
As Brooks and his family await the next steps in their legal proceedings, his story continues to draw attention to the challenges athletes face when it comes to their medical care, and the potential risks that come with the medical procedures they undergo.
Stay tuned for updates on the ongoing lawsuit and the Brooks family’s fight for justice.
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