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How Long Do Schools Have to Complete their Title IX Investigation?

| Felice Duffy | Title IX

Colleges, universities, and other educational institutions have a legal duty to prevent sex-based discrimination and sexual harassment. Indeed, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in all schools and educational programs that receive any type of federal funding. When discrimination or harassment complaints are filed, schools …

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What to Do Immediately if Sexually Assaulted at an Educational Institution

| Felice Duffy | Title IX, Title IX : Sexual Assault/Misconduct

After the trauma of a sexual assault, you may feel that there is something you should do, but you’re not sure what it is. The most important issue is to take care of yourself. Remove yourself from the situation as quickly as possible. Seek medical care. There are trained professionals you can reach out to …

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What are Title IX Cross-Complaints?

| Christine Brown | Title IX, Title IX : Sexual Assault/Misconduct

Although not required by law to use their school’s grievance procedures before filing a Title IX complaint with the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), many students, employees, and faculty choose to do so. It is important to note, however, that claimants who choose this route may also face cross-complaints issued by the …

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What Is a Title IX Investigation?

| Felice Duffy | Title IX

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Title IX has protected students and employees of federally funded schools from discrimination based on sex and sexual harassment. Below, we’ll explore an overview of Title IX procedures, and what to expect in the event you find yourself a party to a Title IX complaint or investigation.

Does Title IX Apply to Events that Happened During an Academic or Summer Break?

| Felice Duffy | Title IX

Enacted in 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments prohibits discrimination based on sex, including sexual harassment, in certain education programs and activities. Title IX protects not only students, but also faculty and staff members of qualifying educational institutions, whether they be enrolled in or employed by elementary or secondary schools, colleges or universities, private …

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