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Campus Counsel

A legal blog written for administrators, HR professionals, in-house counsel, and deans at colleges and universities

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Paper It: How Documented Decision-Making Can Help an Institution Avoid the Risk of He Said/She Said Litigation

Discrimination • January 2, 2019

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When Race Meets Sex: Can Employment Decisions Regarding Sexual Misconduct Give Rise to Discrimination Claims?

Discrimination, Employment, Higher Education, Workplace • November 12, 2018

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Beyond the Advancement Decision Itself: When Lack of Opportunities and Resources May Constitute Sex Discrimination

Discrimination, Higher Education, Workplace • October 8, 2018

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The ADA in Higher Education: Questions Regarding Personal Responsibility and the “Interactive Process”

Americans with Disabilities Act, Discrimination, Higher Education, Policies • September 4, 2018

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Defamation in the #MeToo Era

Employment, Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Workplace • August 22, 2018

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Student-Athletes: Who is Responsible for the Long-Term Effects of Their Playing Days?

NCAA • July 9, 2018

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Deliberate Indifference: Can a School be Liable for Acting When the Victim Requests Inaction?

Higher Education, Policies, Protocols, Sexual Misconduct • June 5, 2018

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Mental Health and Campus Safety: Do Colleges and Universities Have a Duty to Prevent Student Suicides?

Higher Education, Policies, Protocols, Safety • May 22, 2018