Education Rights Group Legal Blog

For many students, a single exam determines the next chapter of their career. Whether it’s a licensing exam, comprehensive final, qualifying exam, or professional board test, being blocked from sitting for that exam can delay graduation, licensure, employment, or...

Receiving notice of academic dismissal can feel sudden and overwhelming. For many students, it comes after years of hard work, financial investment, and long-term career planning. Whether you are an undergraduate, graduate, or professional student, dismissal from a...

Not matching into residency is one of the most stressful experiences a medical student can face. After years of sacrifice, tuition debt, exams, and interviews, receiving the notification that you did not match can feel overwhelming. But not matching is not the end of...

Medical school is one of the most demanding and competitive academic environments in the country. Students dedicate years of study, incur significant debt, and commit themselves to serving others. When discrimination interferes with that journey, the consequences can...

Introduction Transitioning from medical school into residency marks a pivotal moment in a physician’s journey. For the first time, trainees are not just students—they are employees entering into binding legal agreements with hospitals or training institutions. This...

Introduction Academic dishonesty is a critical concern in nursing education, where ethical conduct and trustworthiness are foundational to professional practice. Cheating, plagiarism, and other forms of dishonesty not only undermine the learning process but also pose...

Call to Action: Call , or complete this form. Introduction The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a landmark civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability. In medical education, inclusion is essential not...

False accusations of academic misconduct, such as, falsifying documents, plagiarism, professional violations and cheating on an exam, can result in serious and lasting consequences. These may include failing a course, academic probation, suspension, or even expulsion....

Title IX is a federal law passed in 1972 due to widespread discrimination against women, specifically in schools. During the 1960s and 1970s, it was common practice for colleges to deny women admission, inclusion in scholarship programs, protection against sexual...

Medical school requires a significant amount of time and financial resources. Students invest several years and a substantial amount of money, often through student loans at high interest rates, to pursue their goal of entering the healthcare profession. So, when a...