Northwestern and Pat Fitzgerald settle $130M wrongful termination lawsuit over hazing scandal
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Northwestern University settled a $130 million wrongful termination lawsuit with former football coach Pat Fitzgerald, who was fired amid a hazing scandal. Fitzgerald denied any wrongdoing, claiming he had no knowledge of hazing and was unfairly dismissed. The university also stated that evidence did not support allegations of his involvement in hazing, and has since taken steps to improve athletic department culture.
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