Wrongfully accused students wins jury award
A jury recently awarded $5.3 million to a wrongfully accused Clemson student on defamation and civil conspiracy claims, according to “SAVE”, a group that advocates for due process. The decision is believed to represent the largest amount awarded to a student falsely accused of sexual misconduct. The events centered on a Clemson student, her boyfriend, and a romantic interest. A student filed a Title IX complaint with Clemson University alleging non-consensual sexual assault. Campus officials opened an investigation but, according to “SAVE”, but made a series of important errors.