Painting Helmets

[FUBLUE]

I talked to a guy today who is a little league guy...like UIC or something (not sure official title). He said there was a kid hit in the head last year, and the helmet he was wearing was painted. A lawsuit ensued. According to him the helmet manufacturer said that the painting of the helmet weakened the structure of the helmet, thus it wasn't their fault. Now, I guess, again according to him, that LL has banned all painted or stickered helmets. Only original finish on the helmet is acceptable.