Leach attorneys to argue to speed up evidence gathering, Tech attorneys to argue for dismissal

Hearing Wednesday in Leach suit against school

LUBBOCK, Texas — Mike Leach and Texas Tech University each will have their say in court after weeks of trading accusations in the aftermath of the coach’s suspension and firing last month.

Leach, fired Dec. 30 amid allegations he mistreated a player with a concussion, will not be in court Wednesday when his attorneys argue to speed up gathering depositions and documents in a lawsuit against Texas Tech. The suit includes allegations of libel and slander, breach of contract and violation of Texas’ Whistleblower Act.

The university wants the judge to dismiss the suit on claims of sovereign immunity, which means a state agency or entity cannot be sued without permission from the Texas Legislature.