University’s error cost me $30,000 in student loans. Can I sue?
Back in 2003-2004 I was told by my university that I did not qualify for grants, because the classes I was attending were not eligible for them. Each class and semester, I was told this time and time again during the course of the year. I only just recently found out by talking to another student that my classes were in fact eligible, and I should have never been denied grants. I met all of the qualifications for receiving them due to being a single mom with a low income. When I spoke to the university about this they said it was the financial aide grant giver’s fault, and when I spoke to them they said it was the universitie’s fault. I cannot get a straight answer from anyone. I even spoke to a lawyer today who said he wasn’t sure if I could sue, but I should get something in writing from both parties explaining why I was denied. Do you think I can get my student loans refunded by suing? If so, what type of lawyer should I look for? Thanks for your advice. 
Being a college grad myself, I know all too well that those guys don’t know their butt from a hole in the ground! Unfortunately, most colleges have really good legal help making it difficult to sue. If you can get the two departments to provide something in writing stating that you did qualify for the grants but were turned down then you may have a chance. Unfortunately, I doubt that any department will admit to any wrongdoing or incriminate another department in writing.
