As a result of inadequate instruction, the plaintiffs were not adequately prepared to pass their board examinations and were unable to enter into a chiropractic practice due to lack of basic experience in diagnosis. Some felt that their practical experience was so lacking that they were forced to educate themselves as unpaid interns under the tutelage of licensed chiropractors in their home states. In November 2000, when the case came to trial, there were 19 plaintiffs. The college indicated that it will appeal the damage award. Morris M. Chiropractic college students file suit.
Class says recruiting patients was a part of the requirements.
Jury finds for former chiropractic students on one point, school on two . Associated Press, Nov 29, 2000. Burnet J. Affidavit , April 12, 1996. Menninger B. Student policies questioned in school verdict. This article was revised on February 19, 2001.