New Proposed Title IX Regulations Raise Unique Institutional Concerns For Rights Of Accused

By Gregg E. Clifton and John G. Long, of Jackson Lewis   As colleges and universities review the Department of Education’s proposed new Title IX regulations revising process by which allegations of sexual misconduct must be handled, they must consider the potential impact of what appears to be clearly greater protections for those accused of sexual misconduct, including student-athletes.   The proposed regulations will formally replace guidance and interpretation of Title IX from the