Northwestern University Sports Programs Students & Athletes Who Suffered Sexual Abuse & Ritualized, Team-Focused Hazing May Seek Justice & Compensation
Current and former student-athletes of the Northwestern University Sports Program have come forward with allegations of sexual abuse and ritualized, team-focused hazing against the university’s athletic department.
The lawsuit accuses the athletic department of fostering an environment that allowed such misconduct.
The plaintiffs, all African American, claim they were subjected to sexual abuse and hazing—including reports that a female athletic department employee sexually harassed them.
The lawsuit further alleges that the university failed to act appropriately when these incidents were reported.
The plaintiffs claim that not only was the university’s response inadequate, but they were subjected to retaliation for reporting the misconduct, as well.
We are seeking:
- Players or students involved in the Northwestern Athletics/Team Sports that experienced sexual abuse (football, baseball, soccer, gymnastics, etc.)
- Sexual abuse that was skin-to-skin in nature
- You must know the name of the abuser
- The abuse must have occurred within the last 20 years
- The abuse occurred as part of a “hazing ritual,” in connection with the athletic program, under the knowledge of coaches, team managers, etc.
- Abuse at the hands of coaches, team managers, or staff
We encourage current and former students and athletes who played for the Northwestern University athletic program and have experienced sexual abuse & ritualized, team-focused hazing to request a free, private case evaluation by an experienced legal team for potential compensation & justice.
For a free legal consultation with a Personal Injury lawyer serving Chicago, call (888) 279-5663
Claims That The Response from the Northwestern University Athletic Department and the University as a Whole Were Unacceptable
The university has responded to the lawsuit by stating that they take all misconduct allegations seriously and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students.
Northwestern has fired head baseball coach Jim Foster amid allegations that Foster “engaged in bullying and abusive behavior.”
An investigation of Foster by the school’s human resources department found “sufficient evidence” that Foster harbored a toxic environment within the program.
Foster’s firing comes days after the school fired longtime head football coach Pat Fitzgerald after allegations of hazing within the Wildcats football program.
The University also said that they cannot comment on the specifics of the lawsuit due to the ongoing legal proceedings.
The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages for the alleged misconduct and the university’s failure to respond adequately.
The plaintiffs are also seeking changes in the university’s policies and procedures to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
We encourage current and former students and athletes who played for the Northwestern University athletic program and have experienced sexual abuse & ritualized, team-focused hazing to request a free, private case evaluation by an experienced legal team for potential compensation & justice.
We offer free, private case evaluations to eligible victims of allegations of sexual abuse and ritualized, team-focused hazing against the university’s athletic department.
Students & athletes involved with Northwestern University Sports Programs, victims of the athletic program’s sexual abuse, assault & hazing—and the families that suffered with them—should have every opportunity to address Northwestern University in court and get the compensation and justice they deserve.
Students & athletes involved in the following sports/athletic programs may seek justice:
- Football
- Basketball
- Baseball
- Soccer
- Track and Field
- Gymnastics
For victims unsatisfied with Northwestern University’s damage response, we offer a free, private case review to estimate your case’s compensation potential, provided you act quickly.
We’ll ask specific questions to understand the situation, the physical & emotional damage, and other vital info to help determine the next steps.
A qualified legal team led by a personal injury attorney will consider the facts of the case and the potential for compensation.
Those who qualify will have an individual claim filed on their behalf in a court of law for the justice and compensation they deserve.
Our attorneys know how to deal with big-time college football programs & the universities who choose to attempt to protect their reputations rather than protecting the student-athletes charged with their care.
Call or text (888) 279-5663 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form
