platon20

platon20 t1_ixomqhv wrote

To me the question is simple: did Stanford know she was suicidal? If they knew, then yes they are liable. If they did not know, then they are not liable.

If this lawsuit is successful, think about the ridiculous standard this sets -- it tells universities that ANY disciplinary moves whatsoever, no matter how trivial, are a trigger for suicide and therefore makes the colleges liable.

What about grades? Getting a failing grade can trigger stress and anxiety too -- does that mean colleges cant fail students because it might trigger a suicide?

This lawsuit is a desperate measure done by desperate people. It's not prudent, it's not lawful, and it's a sham.

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