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Originally Posted by Hartofsec
So the university could be required to pay damages if the GLO prevails? In addition to the GLO's legal costs?
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What I see here are two potential causes of action--the first is a Civil Rights claim, a "1983" action, where a state official under the color of state law, deprived the organization or individuals of their civil liberties. There may be some tort claims act issues here, I really don't know anything about California law, but this is federal stuff and attorney fees are paid for the Plaintiffs if they prevail.
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Also, could individuals within the orgs seek damages regardless of what their GLO chooses to do (or not to do) legally?
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This would be more difficult, I think. I'm not sure this would fall into any of the libel per se categories, and again, I'm unfamiliar with California law, and this would be a state action, but it's certainly possible.