IU says students aren't employees. This local judge isn't so sure.

The case could have landmark implications for how Indiana courts understand the student-university relationship.

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A Monroe Circuit judge's latest ruling raises questions about if Indiana University may have to defend a former student in a $2 billion lawsuit.

The university has argued the student is not an employee of the university, and thus not eligible for having their legal fees covered under IU policy.

The case could set a new legal precedent for how the student-university relationship is evaluated in Indiana courts.

Indiana University could be on the hook for defending a former student against a lawsuit seeking $2 billion in damages, a Monroe Circuit judge ordered on Monday, Nov. 18.

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