Gallaudet under fire after official placed on leave over ballot signature

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I don't think that she will do legal action against Gallaudet University, unless her reputation has permanent damage because of hostile workplace environment. Gallaudet University rather to resolve and settle the situation without going to the court. If she chooses to file the lawsuit instead of settlement so it is unlikely for her to keep a job.

Due to federal requirement with funding, Gallaudet University has take complaint seriously and they have to review all complaints that filed by faculty members or students. It is not uncommon for universities to place official on leave with paid, that's not termination and they have to sort all issues. If faculty member makes bad accusation or false claim on complaint so anyone can get fired for false complaint.

Alan Hurwitz's statement is professional, that's not excuse or backpedaling as you think so. I met him last year at Gallaudet University and he is very extremely nice, also he is very professional person that I met. Many students, including me are very happy with him, however I don't blame on him for reason to withdrew from Gallaudet University, so it was medical reason that I couldn't stay until become stabilized.
 
Foxrac said:
I don't think that she will do legal action against Gallaudet University, unless her reputation has permanent damage because of hostile workplace environment. Gallaudet University rather to resolve and settle the situation without going to the court. If she chooses to file the lawsuit instead of settlement so it is unlikely for her to keep a job.

Due to federal requirement with funding, Gallaudet University has take complaint seriously and they have to review all complaints that filed by faculty members or students. It is not uncommon for universities to place official on leave with paid, that's not termination and they have to sort all issues. If faculty member makes bad accusation or false claim on complaint so anyone can get fired for false complaint.

Alan Hurwitz's statement is professional, that's not excuse or backpedaling as you think so. I met him last year at Gallaudet University and he is very extremely nice, also he is very professional person that I met. Many students, including me are very happy with him, however I don't blame on him for reason to withdrew from Gallaudet University, so it was medical reason that I couldn't stay until become stabilized.
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We will have to agree to disagree. As I said, IMO The statement from Hurwitz was very weak. I think he saw the public backlash and is trying to backpedal. There were no false complaints. The complaint was that McCaskill to part in a constitutional protected process. That did happen.

I do doubt McCaskill seeks a legal remedy, but I hope she does.

Regardless, we have a right as taxpayers to question what went on here.
 
TXgolfer said:
We will have to agree to disagree. As I said, IMO The statement from Hurwitz was very weak. I think he saw the public backlash and is trying to backpedal. There were no false complaints. The complaint was that McCaskill to part in a constitutional protected process. That did happen.

I do doubt McCaskill seeks a legal remedy, but I hope she does.

Regardless, we have a right as taxpayers to question what went on here.
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Well, I disagree with your statement about Alan Hurwitz. You won't know about any complaints at Gallaudet University are true or false, so I had seen some staffs/students filed the false complaint about situation at Gallaudet University, that's not new at all.

Gallaudet University lets her to get a job back, that's great news for her and any complaint against her has been sorted it out.
 
TXgolfer said:
We will have to agree to disagree. As I said, IMO The statement from Hurwitz was very weak. I think he saw the public backlash and is trying to backpedal. There were no false complaints. The complaint was that McCaskill to part in a constitutional protected process. That did happen.

I do doubt McCaskill seeks a legal remedy, but I hope she does.

Regardless, we have a right as taxpayers to question what went on here.
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She would have to prove injury and that is not looking substantial at this point.
 
Foxrac said:
Well, I disagree with your statement about Alan Hurwitz. You won't know about any complaints at Gallaudet University are true or false, so I had seen some staffs/students filed the false complaint about situation at Gallaudet University, that's not new at all.

Gallaudet University lets her to get a job back, that's great news for her and any complaint against her has been sorted it out.
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False complaints happen all the time. However in this case, McCaskill has not denied the facts of the compliant. In fact she has admitted them.
 
VacationGuy234 said:
She would have to prove injury and that is not looking substantial at this point.
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She mentioned the fact that she felt "bullied" in her statement. That should give you a pretty good indication of what she is thinking. Also, juries hate bullies.

But, as I said before, I doubt she will seek legal action. She has a long history with the university.
 
TXgolfer said:
False complaints happen all the time. However in this case, McCaskill has not denied the facts of the compliant. In fact she has admitted them.
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Ok, but the university have to rule it out and like I said, put on administrative leave is very common at universities, regardless if you haven't make done or make done.

Now, McCaskill's case has been resolved.
 
Foxrac said:
Ok, but the university have to rule it out and like I said, put on administrative leave is very common at universities, regardless if you haven't make done or make done.

Now, McCaskill's case has been resolved.
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Are you sure it is resolved? The link Stein provided said McCaskill has not ruled out legal action. Also, yes people are put on administrative leave all the time....but was it warranted? Some say yes, some say no. Ultimately that is for a jury to decide if this ever goes to court. If not it is still a valid question for taxpayers who fund the university.

Remember, Hurwitz sent out an email regarding the leave of absence to all student. He made this "investigation" very public and the only compliant he had was that McCaskill was taking part in a constitutional process.
 
TXgolfer said:
Oh my! So she is not ruling out legal action. Good! Finally getting a chance to sit down and read all of this. I hope she will decide that her rights are more important than her job and she will stand up for herself and the students.

I also think we as taxpayers have the right to be concerned about the actions of Hurwitz. IMO the statement he released sounds like excuses and Backpedaling.
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:thumb: Looks like GU is about to get a lesson in civil rights...the hard way.

Laura
 
TXgolfer said:
Are you sure it is resolved? The link you provided said McCaskill has not ruled out legal action. Also, yes people are put on administrative leave all the time....but was it warranted? Some say yes, some say no. Ultimately that is for a jury to decide if this ever goes to court. If not it is still a valid question for taxpayers who fund the university.
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Yes, it is resolved when come to Gallaudet University and they welcome her to get same job back, but to McCaskill, she has a lot of time to consideration about what is best thing for her.

The lawsuit against Gallaudet University is bad idea and if they loses, so taxpayers, especially us lose the money because Gallaudet University gets federal funding.

It is only reasonable for lawsuit if Gallaudet University REFUSES to resolve the issues, but they did try to resolve, that's good thing and it is their responsibility that they made mistake.
 
Foxrac said:
Yes, it is resolved when come to Gallaudet University and they welcome her to get same job back, but to McCaskill, she has a lot of time to consideration about what is best thing for her.

The lawsuit against Gallaudet University is bad idea and if they loses, so taxpayers, especially us lose the money because Gallaudet University gets federal funding.

It is only reasonable for lawsuit if Gallaudet University REFUSES to resolve the issues, but they did try to resolve, that's good thing and it is their responsibility that they made mistake.
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Doesn't sound resolved to me (if the article is accurate). Not is she is. still considering legal action.

Yes, a lawsuit could cost taxpayers money. (potentially) Which is exactly why taxpayers should question what went on there.
 
TXgolfer said:
Doesn't sound resolved to me (if the article is accurate). Not is she is. still considering legal action.

Yes, a lawsuit could cost taxpayers money. (potentially) Which is exactly why taxpayers should question what went on there.
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She should move forward with the lawsuit regardless of the cost. Sometimes people need an expensive lesson to better remember the price of freedom.

Laura
 
Jiro said:
all wounded up? I do not have all the facts at hand but leaking a confidential information can and would lead to criminal liability because it's actually illegal under federal law but that depends on motive and situation.

that is a fact. and a federal law.
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Excuse me, but last time I checked the only federal laws pertaining to the release of confidential information refers or only applies to matters of national security, something such as HIPPA or criminal background checks. Otherwise it would only be a civil liability case if even then but certainly not in all circumstances. Could your employer fire you for it? Most likely they could in some circumstances but probably not all. Federal law does not apply to all matters of confidentiality!
 
VacationGuy234 said:
And, there is no doubt that the school is going to spend money it could be spending on education, sadly.
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Well spoken! This happens far too much in our society and is part of the reason we are in debt to the tune of trillions!
 
airportcop said:
Federal law does not apply to all matters of confidentiality!
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True, it doesn't apply to a civil rights case involving academia abuses...I think in matters like this everyone wants to make a federal case over someone's toes getting stepped on...in this case, however, it's going to GU. I really hope this woman sues.

Laura
 
Lau2046 said:
She should move forward with the lawsuit regardless of the cost. Sometimes people need an expensive lesson to better remember the price of freedom.

Laura
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I agree 100%. It would be a great lesson for the students too. Stand up for your rights.
 
airportcop said:
Excuse me, but last time I checked the only federal laws pertaining to the release of confidential information refers or only applies to matters of national security, something such as HIPPA or criminal background checks. Otherwise it would only be a civil liability case if even then but certainly not in all circumstances. Could your employer fire you for it? Most likely they could in some circumstances but probably not all. Federal law does not apply to all matters of confidentiality!
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Lol, yeah we covered that last night. See also the new twist on "hearsay"
 
I hope someone can find, and post, some information on Smith and Bienvenu. I would be gladto hear more about these two cowards.
 
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