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Connecticut Supreme Court Opinion Sheds Light on Quasi-Judicial Standard in Context of University Disciplinary Proceeding

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Recently, the Connecticut Supreme Court analyzed the availability of absolute immunity for participants in quasi-judicial proceedings, specifically in relation to the dismissal of a complaint by a Yale University student...more

Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC

The Academic Advisor - Education Law Insights, Issue 4, April 2023

ChatGPT’s Impact on Education and Student Data Privacy - Data privacy professionals have characterized the data privacy risks associated with ChatGPT as a “nightmare.” In order to function, open artificial intelligence...more

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Decoded: Technology Law Insights - V 4, Issue 4, April 2023

Tech Vendors and Cybersecurity – Are They Responsible? It has long been recommended that when you contract with a technology vendor that you include an indemnity clause in the contract wherein the vendor will indemnify you...more

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Student Protest Activity Leads to Massive Verdict Against University - Schools Face Legal Risks Related to Protest Movement

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It may be common to see protest activity on your campus – but thankfully it is not common to see a massive jury award rendered against an educational institute due to that activity. An ongoing dispute at an Ohio college that...more

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You Still Have To Follow The Rules If You Want An Advanced Degree!

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A former Ph.D. student sued the University of Michigan and several faculty members after the university removed him from the Ph.D. program. Joseph Dean Vigil failed to complete his dissertation and Ph.D. requirements within...more

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Seventh Circuit Dismisses Lawsuit Against Guidance Counselor For Defamation

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The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, which is the highest federal court with jurisdiction over Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin, recently rejected a claim by a parent that a school guidance counselor’s statement to his...more

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