Legal Case Summary

Brandon Austin v. University of Oregon


Date Argued: Thu Dec 06 2018
Case Number: 17-35559
Docket Number: 8348383
Judges:McKeown, Graber, Christen
Duration: 35 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Brandon Austin v. University of Oregon** **Docket Number:** 8348383 **Court:** [Specify the court, e.g., U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon or the Oregon state court] **Filing Date:** [Insert date of filing] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Brandon Austin - **Defendant:** University of Oregon **Background:** Brandon Austin, a former student and athlete at the University of Oregon, filed a lawsuit against the university. The case revolves around allegations related to the university's handling of specific incidents involving Austin, which he claims have adversely affected his reputation, educational opportunities, and athletic career. **Claims:** Austin’s claims may include but are not limited to: - Breach of contract - Negligence - Defamation - Violations of Title IX - Discrimination claims **Facts:** - Austin was recruited as a player for the university's sports team. - Allegations concerning Austin’s conduct were brought to the university’s administration, leading to disciplinary actions against him. - Austin contends that the university failed to follow proper procedures during the investigations and hearings related to the allegations. - He argues that these actions have led to significant educational and athletic ramifications. **Legal Issues:** The case raises several legal issues, including: - The extent of the university's responsibility to ensure a fair investigation and hearing process. - The applicability of Title IX protections for students involved in disciplinary actions. - The university’s obligations under constitutional due process principles. **Procedural Posture:** Details of motions filed, hearings held, or any prior resolutions or settlements, if applicable, should be included here. **Outcome:** The current status of the case, including whether it is ongoing, settled, or if a judgment has been made. (As of the knowledge cut-off, specific details about the outcome or developments in this case may not be available). **Conclusion:** Brandon Austin v. University of Oregon serves as a pivotal case highlighting the complexities of student rights, university policies, and the legal obligations of educational institutions regarding student conduct and due process. The outcome may have broader implications for how universities handle similar situations in the future. *Note: Please confirm specific dates, legal claims, and outcomes as they may vary based on the most recent updates or court rulings.*

Brandon Austin v. University of Oregon


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