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Mistrial Declared in High-Profile University of Mississippi Murder Case Involving Disappearance of LGBTQ+ Activist

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Oxford, Miss. — A Mississippi judge on Wednesday declared a mistrial in the murder case of Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr., who is accused of the 2022 murder of Jimmy “Jay” Lee, a University of Mississippi student and a notable member of the LGBTQ+ community. The jury could not come to a unanimous decision after deliberating for more than nine hours, prompting the need for a new trial location. Lee, known for his vibrant participation in drag shows and his studies towards a master’s degree, went missing on July 8, 2022. Despite his body never being … Read more

Federal Judge Greenlights Lawsuit from Dismissed Emporia State University Tenured Professors

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Emporia, KS — A federal judge has ruled that a lawsuit filed by a former tenured faculty member of Emporia State University can proceed, setting the stage for a legal showdown that could influence tenure policies at educational institutions across the nation. The lawsuit stems from the university’s decision to terminate the employment of the plaintiff, Max McCoy, a seasoned journalism professor, amid drastic budget cuts and controversial restructuring efforts by the university administration. McCoy, who had served at Emporia State University for over a decade, alleges his dismissal was both wrongful and a violation … Read more

University of Missouri Faces Lawsuit for Alleged Retaliation Against Whistleblower Employee

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COLUMBIA, Mo.— A former University of Missouri employee has filed a lawsuit against the university’s governing body, claiming she faced retaliation after reporting several serious concerns, including ethical issues and financial mismanagement within a university program. The legal claim brought forward by April Ravert centers on her allegations against Bradd Anderson, director of ParentLink, a program designed to support families and children. Ravert, who served as a family support specialist from Aug. 15, 2006, to her dismissal on June 28, 2024, contends that after she raised concerns about Anderson’s conduct starting in March 2023, she … Read more

University of Michigan Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Delay in Faculty Raises, Claims $2.5 Million Yearly Underpayment

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Ann Arbor, MI — The University of Michigan is facing a lawsuit alleging it failed to properly compensate around 3,600 faculty members by delaying their annual raises, leading to a significant underpayment over the years. The legal challenge was recently lodged at the Michigan Court of Claims by UM sociology professor Fatma Müge Göçek, who is represented by Sommers Schwartz PC. The law firm is pressing for a class-action status to benefit faculty across UM’s campuses in Ann Arbor, Flint, and Dearborn. The core of the complaint is tied to the university’s timing in implementing … Read more