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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Pitt Suit Settled, Disputed

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The University of Pittsburgh settled a lawsuit by a paralyzed football player, but the amount the player will be paid is in dispute.

Lawyers for Demale Stanley said he will get $31 million, but the university put the sum at about $5 million.

Stanley contended the university and football coaches, including Johnny Majors, were negligent during an indoor practice four years ago when the player hit a padded concrete wall headfirst.