The pressure to succeed academically can lead students to make decisions that have serious consequences. One of the most concerning trends in academic dishonesty is contract cheating - a practice where students pay third parties to complete their assignments,...
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AI Detectors, Cheating, and Plagiarism: What Every Student Needs to Know
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized how students study, write, and learn. While tools like ChatGPT and other AI platforms have become valuable resources, they’ve also led to increased scrutiny from educators and institutions. Many schools now...
Academic Dishonesty Explained: What It Is and How It Could Impact Your Future
Academic dishonesty is a term that every student should understand, but often, the full implications are overlooked until it's too late. As a college student defense attorney, I’ve worked with many students who found themselves facing severe consequences after being...
What Every Student Should Know About Meetings with the Academic Integrity Office
Being called into a meeting with the academic integrity office can be an overwhelming experience. Allegations of plagiarism, cheating, unauthorized collaboration, or misuse of AI tools can have serious consequences, including failing grades, suspension, or even...
Documenting and Defending: Essential Tips for College Disciplinary Appeals
As a student, being accused of academic misconduct or facing a college disciplinary hearing can feel overwhelming. Universities have strict policies for handling such cases, and the stakes are high - your academic record, future opportunities, and even graduation...
How to Win a Grade Appeal: Tips for College Students
Receiving a grade that you believe is unfair can be frustrating, especially when it impacts your academic goals, scholarships, or future opportunities. While many students accept the grade they’re given, you don’t have to. Most colleges and universities have a formal...
What to Do if You’re Falsely Accused of Cheating: Protect Your Future with Expert Help
Being falsely accused of cheating in college or any academic setting is an overwhelming and stressful experience. Whether the accusation stems from a misinterpreted test, a group project, or even an online exam, the consequences can be severe—potential suspension,...
Defending Against Allegations of Plagiarism: What You Need to Know
Being accused of plagiarism in college or graduate school is a serious matter that can jeopardize your academic record and future opportunities. As an attorney specializing in student defense, I have helped many students successfully navigate these accusations....
Appealing an Academic Misconduct Decision: What You Need to Know
As a student defense attorney, I have worked with countless students across the U.S. facing accusations of academic misconduct. Whether you're dealing with allegations of plagiarism, cheating, AI misuse, or unauthorized collaboration, an academic misconduct decision...
Top 5 Ways Professors Detect AI in Assignments and How to Respond to Allegations
As a student, the convenience of AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and other generative technologies can be tempting when faced with tight deadlines or challenging assignments. However, if you’re accused of using AI to complete your work without proper attribution, it...