Best Practice Case Studies-Addressing Sexual Misconduct

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Janet Judge, an expert in sports law and Title IX, shares insights on reporting obligations for sports medicine providers regarding sexual misconduct. She highlights the complexities of navigating federal and state laws, confidentiality, and ethical considerations. Judge discusses critical statutes like the Safe Sport Act, Title IX, the Clery Act, and the Violence Against Women Act, emphasizing the importance of understanding these regulations and institutional policies. Medical professionals must differentiate between mandatory and permissive reporting duties, especially concerning minors and competent adults, while respecting confidentiality. The presentation underscores that team doctors may have different reporting responsibilities than athletic trainers due to legally recognized privileges. Understanding each role's obligations, whether within a school setting or the Olympic/Paralympic movement, is crucial. Judge advises seeking legal counsel when needed and stresses the importance of empathy, resourcefulness, and clarity in communications about privacy and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

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Edition 2nd Edition

Related Case 2nd Edition, CASE 32

Topic Legal and Ethical

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2nd Edition, CASE 32

2nd Edition

Legal and Ethical

sports law

Title IX

reporting obligations

confidentiality

Safe Sport Act

medical professionals