Legal Question in Education Law in Pennsylvania

arguments in higher ed cases

I am interested in learning about specific arguments (academic and disciplinary due process, ADA, breach of contract, etc.) used in higher ed cases involving private colleges or universities. I have read of numerous cases in the Journal of College and University Law and Melear's essay on the contractual relationship between student and institution; however, I have been unable to locate any specific records or actual legal documents.

I hope that someone may direct me to some resources where such documents may be found. For example, I would like to locate documents on Boehm v. Univ. of Pa. Sch. of Veterinary Med., 573 A.2d 575 (Pa. Super. Ct. 1990).

The purpose of this research is to make an assessment of the feasibility of taking legal action.

Thank you in advance.


Asked on 7/14/04, 4:33 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ilene Young Young Law Offices

Re: arguments in higher ed cases

Legal opinions are collected in "Reporters", and housed in law libraries or available online through various commercial search companies like Lexis or Westlaw. The case you cited is in the Atlantic 2nd Reporter.

If you are seeking the briefs - the written legal argument - which were filed in these cases, they may or may not be available through brief search companies like Westlaw.

Be advised, however, that for accurate legal research you must be familiar with every case which has followed in line from the initial opinion upon which you intend to rely, as each may have altered, refined or restricted the meaning and application of the former. A professional can advise you as to the correct research and application of the law in your particular circumstances.

Ilene Young, Esquire/ Civil & Family Practice/215-444-0445

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Answered on 7/14/04, 6:36 pm


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