United States First Circuit

In a case concerning the high-stakes world of academic medical research, arising out of allegations that the plaintiffs (prominent medical researchers) used manipulated research data in articles reporting on studies supported by government funds, the District Court's dismissal of the action is: 1) affirmed where plaintiff's failed to exhaust their administrative remedies; but 2) on remand, the district court is directed to convert its order of dismissal to an order staying the case pending the timely resolution of administrative proceedings.

Appellate Information

• Published 2016/08/30

Judges

• SELYA

Court

• United States First Circuit

Counsel