The federal guidelines in place for Title IX cases make it clear that universities must respect the due process rights of students accused of misconduct. Without the help of a skilled Title IX lawyer, students might not get the fair shake they deserve when faced with accusations of sexual assault or harassment. At Duffy Law, we help students through the Title IX investigation and hearing processes. We work to defend their rights and protect them from retaliation during this difficult time.
In order to comply with Title IX, all educational institutions must establish an internal complaint procedure for dealing with complaints of sexual harassment and assault. The procedures must be fair and equitable, unbiased and timely. They must be documented and accessible to the public. The process must include live hearings, a full investigation of the allegations and the right to cross-examine witnesses. In addition, the institution must train its Title IX Coordinators, investigators, advisors and hearing officers.
Title IX laws protect students and employees of any educational institution that receives federal funding. These institutions include schools, universities, fraternities, sororities, and even community colleges. The laws are incredibly broad and cover any situation that involves discrimination “because of” an individual’s sex. This includes sexual orientation and transgender status.
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