Category Archives: College Students
Greek Life, Hazing, And Criminal Liability At Pittsburgh-Area Universities
Every fall, thousands of students at Pitt, Carnegie Mellon, Duquesne, and other Pittsburgh-area schools rush fraternities and sororities looking for community, connections, and maybe a decent place to watch the game. Most of that experience is harmless. But somewhere between “carry my books for a week” and forced drinking games at 2 a.m., pledging… Read More »
College Student Disciplinary Proceedings Vs. Criminal Charges In Pittsburgh: Two Separate Battles
If you are a college student in Pittsburgh facing misconduct allegations, you may be dealing with something that surprises many people: two entirely separate processes that can unfold at the same time. Your university may be conducting its own internal disciplinary proceeding, while local or state authorities may be pursuing criminal charges against you…. Read More »
Two University Of Pittsburgh Students Face Criminal Charges For Abusing A Corpse
When most people write their wills, they indicate their wishes about the final disposition of their remains. For example, they might wish to be buried next to their parents in a certain cemetery, or they might wish to have their remains cremated and then scattered over Lake Erie. Some choose alkaline hydrolysis, in which… Read More »
International Student Defendants Have the Same Rights as Any Defendants in Criminal Cases
The United States is the world’s most popular destination for international students; more people come to the U.S. to pursue bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees than any other country. In 2018, more than a million international students were enrolled in U.S. universities; China, India, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia were the home countries of… Read More »
