by Adam Goodman | Jul 25, 2021 | Articles
A common question many students ask is whether or not they should hire a lawyer after being accused of an academic integrity offence. Sometimes the case might be simple, and the student believes they can handle it on their own. Other times, the case may appear...
by Adam Goodman | Jun 7, 2021 | Articles
Students are often surprised to learn that a minor infringement, such as utilizing an incorrect citation, is sufficient to constitute an academic offence. The harsh reality many face is that something as small as using the wrong last name in a citation can create...
by Adam Goodman | May 28, 2021 | Articles
Appealing penalties for academic dishonesty offences is a difficult, uphill battle. In most cases, appeals are only allowed under certain circumstances. These are two of the most common reasons for appealing a penalty for academic dishonesty. Appeal the finding of...
by Adam Goodman | May 27, 2021 | Articles
Students often ask: “what is the most common penalty for an academic dishonesty offence?” Although the question is simple, the answer relies on a number of contextual factors. Every university and college deals with these cases differently, and the...
by Adam Goodman | Apr 29, 2021 | Articles
Thank you for contacting us!Thank you for contacting Academic Law. My name is Adam Goodman. I have been practicing law since 2008 where, in addition to running a criminal practice, I have become one of the leading lawyers in...
by Adam Goodman | Mar 18, 2021 | Articles
The majority of universities in Canada will begin the process of addressing an academic integrity violation with an exploratory meeting. Although a student may or may not have spoken with the Professor or course instructor bringing the allegation the exploratory...
