Lawsuits
Judge Lets Ex-Harvard Hockey Coach File Reply in Latest Clash Over Discrimination Suit
A judge allowed former Harvard women’s ice hockey coach Katey Stone to make a second reply to the University’s motion to dismiss her gender discrimination lawsuit, letting Stone’s filing proceed despite Harvard’s opposition.
Ten Stories That Shaped 2024
At Harvard, 2024 began with an ending — the chaotic close of Claudine Gay’s short-lived presidency. It would not be a quiet year. Pro-Palestine student protesters staged an encampment in Harvard Yard. Congress expanded its investigation into campus antisemitism, issuing threats alongside blistering reports. Amid it all, Alan M. Garber ’76 quietly ascended from the interim presidency to a permanent post at Harvard’s helm. Here, The Crimson looks back at 10 stories that shaped the University, and Cambridge, in 2024.
Harvard Defends Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit from Former Hockey Coach Katey Stone
Harvard filed a reply in federal court defending its motion to dismiss former women’s ice hockey Coach Katey Stone’s gender discrimination case on Thursday.
Former Harvard Ice Hockey Coach Rebukes Motion to Dismiss Discrimination Suit
Former Harvard women’s ice hockey coach Katey Stone asked a federal judge not to grant Harvard’s motion to dismiss her gender discrimination lawsuit in a Tuesday filing.
Former Instructor Sues HMS, Alleges Wrongful Termination for Refusing Covid-19 Vaccine
A former Harvard Medical School instructor filed a lawsuit against Harvard last week, alleging he was wrongfully terminated by HMS because he requested an exception to the Covid-19 vaccine mandate.
Why Donald Trump’s Return Could Spell Trouble for Harvard
Donald Trump’s victory will give Harvard officials plenty to worry about as they wait to see whether Republicans make good on their threats to cut federal funding for universities and raise taxes on endowments.
Federal Judge Consolidates Antisemitism Lawsuits Against Harvard
A U.S. district judge consolidated two lawsuits alleging Harvard failed to address campus antisemitism — one filed in January and the other in May — “for discovery purposes” on Tuesday.
HBS Professor Gino Amends Lawsuit Against Harvard to Claim Gender Discrimination
Harvard Business School professor Francesca Gino filed a motion on Monday to amend her $25 million lawsuit against the University to include Title VII and discrimination claims.
European Court Invalidates Harvard Biotech Patent in Three Countries
A top European court ruled against Harvard last week in a patent dispute against biotech company NanoString Technologies, invalidating one of the University’s two disputed patents in three European countries.
Federal Judge Dismisses Athletic Scholarship Lawsuit Against Ivy League
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit against the Ivy League last Thursday that sought to end the League’s prohibition of athletic scholarships.
Harvard Files Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit from Ex-Hockey Coach Katey Stone
Harvard filed a motion to dismiss a gender discrimination lawsuit from former women’s ice hockey coach Katey Stone on Monday, calling her claims “largely untimely and without merit.”
Harvard, Other Ivies Accused of Violating Federal Antitrust Law in Financial Aid Lawsuit
Harvard and dozens of other elite private universities were accused of violating federal antitrust law by collaborating on a financial aid strategy in a federal class-action lawsuit.
SEC Charges Ex-Harvard Football Player With Defrauding Former Teammates
The Securities and Exchange Commission alleged former Harvard football player Nicholas A. Palazzo ’03 defrauded investors in his various sports-related companies — including at least two of his former teammates on the Crimson, according to a lawsuit filed in federal court on Friday.
Harvard Chabad Accuses City Zoning Board of Religious Discrimination in Lawsuit
Harvard Chabad accused the Cambridge Board of Zoning Appeal of religious discrimination in a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court on Friday morning after the board denied the group’s application to significantly expand its headquarters.
A Kansas Challenge to Biden’s New Title IX Rulings is Now Impacting Harvard
Harvard’s Title IX regulations are in limbo — and it’s because of a Kansas court injunction.
Judge Dismisses Francesca Gino’s Defamation Charges Against Harvard
A federal judge dismissed the defamation charges in a lawsuit filed by Harvard Business School professor Francesca Gino against the University, dealing a major blow to the embattled professor’s efforts to rehabilitate her reputation and win millions from the school.
Harvard Settles With Applied Physics Professor Who Sued Over Tenure Denial
Harvard reached a last-minute agreement to settle a lawsuit with a former School of Engineering and Applied Sciences associate professor who sued the University in 2020 over his tenure denial.
Judge Dismisses Part of Harvard’s Lawsuit to Recoup Millions in Legal Fees
A federal judge agreed to dismiss two counts in a lawsuit filed by Harvard against insurance broker Marsh USA, according to a Thursday court filing.
Harvard Settles High-Profile Lawsuit Over Comaroff Harassment Allegations
Three graduate students who sued Harvard in 2022 over its handling of sexual harassment allegations against professor John L. Comaroff settled with the University, according to a Wednesday court filing.
Family of Anthony N. Almazan ’16 Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Harvard
The family of Anthony N. Almazan ’16 filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Harvard on June 18.
Harvard Sues Samsung in Federal Court Over Patent Infringement
Harvard sued tech giant Samsung over patent infringement claims on Monday, alleging the company’s chip technology violates two patents owned by the University.
Federal Judge Denies Harvard’s Motion to Dismiss Antisemitism Lawsuit
A U.S. district judge denied Harvard’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by six Jewish students alleging that the University failed to address “severe and pervasive” campus antisemitism.
Inside Alan Garber’s Wild, 7-Month Interim Harvard Presidency
Alan M. Garber ’76’s first semester in Harvard’s top job would have tested even the most battle-hardened university president — and technically, he was not even the real president.
Federal Judge Hears Arguments in Motion to Dismiss Antisemitism Suit
Attorneys representing six Jewish students in their antisemitism lawsuit against Harvard asked a federal judge to deny the University’s motion to dismiss because a jury trial is needed to investigate its alleged failure to combat antisemitism.
Former Harvard Women’s Ice Hockey Coach Katey Stone Sues University, Alleges Gender Discrimination
The former coach of the Harvard women’s ice hockey team filed a gender discrimination lawsuit against the University on Tuesday.