Schools
Hazing Lawsuit Against School District Moves Forward
Federal judge hears arguments on motions from both sides.
Motions in a lawsuit brought by the parents of a former Lakeridge High School dancer charging the school district failed to provide a safe environment were argued Tuesday in Federal Court.
The suit, filed in March 2015, by the parents of a girl referred to as "S.A." in court documents, alleges that she was hazed as part of an initiation and that when she complained, she was subjected to abuse and bullying.
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According to the Lake Oswego Review, the lawyer for the family told the judge: "S.A. is the lone voice to stand up and be courageous and try to stop this. This case is also about everything (the defendants) didn't do."
The district disputes the family's allegations.
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The family is seeking several things including money for lost wages and hospital care as well changes in district policy.
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