[Eugene Volokh] Settlement as to Alleged Suspension for Saying "Illegal Alien" in Class Discussion

's school records, the Board's "acknowledge[ment] [of] the inappropriate response to this matter by a former member," and monetary compensation of $20,000. The agreement specifies that its terms "are not to be construed as an admission of liability or wrongdoing" by either party and that the settlement "is entered as a cost-effective alternative to costly legal proceedings." 's question with a vile racial slur pursuant to Board policy and suspended him for three days, out of school, without a hearing or the opportunity to appeal….

Author: Eugene Volokh

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