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2026 Winter Labor and Employment Breakfast Briefing
By: Alison K. Roach, James J. Rooney, Erin S. Torcello Please join us for the first of our Labor & Employment Law Breakfast Briefing Series, designed to keep you informed on the latest developments impacting your workplace.
Accommodations for Pregnant and Parenting Students: New Rules, New Challenges | JD Supra
New Title IX regulations became effective on August 1, 2024, and contain extensive requirements for colleges and universities that receive federal Title IV funds to provide accommodations for students who are pregnant or who have recently given birth.
Title IX 2024: Balancing Pregnant Students’ Rights and Academic Program Requirements
By: Jane M. Sovern, Barbara A. Lee, Ph.D., Alison K. Roach The new Title IX regulations that emphasize the rights of pregnant students and student parents may present challenges for some academic programs. This webinar will cover pregnant students’ rights, some of the challenges for academic programs and best practices to prepare for and respond to these challenges. Click here to register.
Accommodations for Pregnant and Parenting Students: New Rules, New Challenges
By: Barbara A. Lee, Ph.D., Alison K. Roach, Jane M. Sovern New Title IX regulations became effective on August 1, 2024, and contain extensive requirements for colleges and universities that receive federal Title IV funds to provide accommodations for students who are pregnant or who have recently given birth.
Federal Judge Blocks Education Department’s New Minimum Clock-Hour Rule | JD Supra
A federal judge in Texas has issued a nation-wide injunction blocking the Education Department’s new minimum clock-hour rule (Proposed Rule) for career prep programs, which was scheduled to go into effect on July 1, 2024. In recent decades, the Education Department has enforced a “150% Rule,” which provides students with access to federal funds, so long as a nondegree program’s length does not exceed 150% of a state’s minimum credit hour requirements.
Federal Judge Blocks Education Department’s New Minimum Clock-Hour Rule
By: Alison K. Roach A federal judge in Texas has issued a nation-wide injunction blocking the Education Department’s new minimum clock-hour rule (Proposed Rule) for career prep programs, which was scheduled to go into effect on July 1, 2024. In recent decades, the Education Department has enforced a “150% Rule,” which provides students with access to federal funds, so long as a nondegree program’s length does not exceed 150% of a state’s minimum credit hour requirements.
The Fifth Circuit Extends Injunction of the Biden Administration’s Borrower Defense to Repayment Rules | JD Supra
In a decision affecting the ever-shifting legal and regulatory dynamics of Borrower Defense to Repayment (BDR) claims, the Fifth Circuit postponed the effective date of a Biden administration plan to expand student debt relief to more borrowers who claim they were misled by institutions of higher education (IHE). In a scathing 57-page opinion released on April 4, 2024, the Fifth Circuit instructed the district court overseeing Career Colleges & Schools of Texas v.
The Fifth Circuit Extends Injunction of the Biden Administration’s Borrower Defense to Repayment Rules
The Fifth Circuit Extends Injunction of the Biden Administration’s Borrower Defense to Repayment Rules By: Seth F. Gilbertson Alison K. Roach In a decision affecting the ever-shifting legal and regulatory dynamics of Borrower Defense to Repayment (BDR) claims, the Fifth Circuit postponed the effective date of a Biden administration plan to expand student debt relief to more borrowers who claim they were misled by institutions of higher education (IHE).
Colleges and Universities Face Uptick in Borrower-Defense Claims
Colleges and Universities Face Uptick in Borrower-Defense Claims By: Alison K. Roach In this week’s Business in 2024 webinar, Bond labor and employment attorney Alison K. Roach talked about the recent increase in the number of borrower-defense claims being brought against institutions of higher education (IHE), and how and why colleges and universities should respond to those claims.
Second Circuit Litigation Threatens to Further Confuse Regulatory Standards Applied to Borrower Defense Applications | JD Supra
The Second Circuit Court of Appeals released a new decision in the NYLAG v. Cardona et al. case that may have implications for the everchanging legal and regulatory environment of Borrower Defense to Repayment (BDR) claims. Here are the key takeaways from this latest ruling: The decision has no impact on the post-class Sweet v. Cardona applications filed between June and November 2022.
ED Statement Clarifies Cause of Recent Borrower Defense Activity | JD Supra
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) released a statement on Nov. 8, 2023, saying that the scores of borrower defense to repayment (BDR) application notifications that institutions of higher education (IHE) have received in recent months are part of its response to the Sweet v. Cardona litigation. This statement confirms much of our prior understanding regarding the causes of recent BDR activity by ED, but also provides some additional insights.
ED Statement Clarifies Cause of Recent Borrower Defense Activity
By: Seth F. Gilbertson Alison K. Roach The U.S. Department of Education (ED) released a statement on Nov. 8, 2023, saying that the scores of borrower defense to repayment (BDR) application notifications that institutions of higher education (IHE) have received in recent months are part of its response to the Sweet v. Cardona litigation. This statement confirms much of our prior understanding regarding the causes of recent BDR activity by ED, but also provides some additional insights.
Colleges and Universities Experience a Surge of Borrower Defense to Repayment Claims | JD Supra
Over the past several months, institutions of higher education (IHE) have seen an influx of Borrower Defense to Repayment (BDR) applications from former students. Student loan borrowers with federal student loans can apply for a BDR loan discharge through the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
Colleges and Universities Experience a Surge of Borrower Defense to Repayment Claims
By: Seth F. Gilbertson Alison K. Roach Over the past several months, institutions of higher education (IHE) have seen an influx of Borrower Defense to Repayment (BDR) applications from former students. Student loan borrowers with federal student loans can apply for a BDR loan discharge through the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
7 Gastronomic Experiences in B.C. Worth Travelling For
These restaurants combine adventure and fine dining to create an experience you’ll never forget. The geography of British Columbia is inarguably gorgeous. From the low-lying Coast Mountains, to the arid desert of the Okanagan Valley, to the maritime beauty of the rugged West Coast, the province’s landscapes are as varied as its cuisine. This diversity makes for a gastronomic paradise full of food adventures that are unique to the region.
After-School Activities in Vancouver Your Kids Can Get Excited About - Vancouver Magazine
Tips for finding the perfect activity for your children. Unfortunately, there are plenty of barriers when it comes to getting your kids into after-school programs. Especially in the Lower Mainland, parents struggle with factors such as transportation, time, availability and cost. Research shows that the benefits of after-school activities far outweigh the difficulties of making those activities happen for your kids.
A Look Inside Hong Kong's Most Luxurious Experiences - Vancouver Magazine
From decadent meals to opulent hotel rooms, this world-class city takes luxury to a new level. Any experienced traveller knows that a hotel is not just a place to stay. It’s a reflection of the culture and uniqueness of the city you’re in. Take in Hong Kong’s luxurious hotel scene by staying at the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, the world’s highest hotel, whose suites offer unparalleled views of this international city.
7 Design Tips for Gorgeous, Healthy Flower Gardens
Creating a vibrant, beautiful space requires a little planning and a lot of love. If you love growing things, the brilliantly sunny spring days, twittering birds and opening blooms are likely reminding you that it’s time to start cultivating your flower garden. Curating your green space can feel like a challenging task, but you can make it simpler with careful planning at the outset and by maintaining your garden through the season.
How a Vancouver Taxi Driver Became the World's First Hybrid Cabbie
Andrew Grant’s 2004 Toyota Prius worked the Vancouver streets until 2011, driving just over 1.5 million kilometres. In a city where hybrid car shares and taxis are now common sights, it seems odd that less than 20 years ago, Vancouverites were wary of stepping into a hybrid cab. “They figured it was unsafe,” explained Andrew Grant, the Vancouver-based commercial hybrid vehicle consultant who brought the first hybrid cab to the city, in an interview in 2014.
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