Legal Articles, Defamation & Slander
Student Too Late for Claims Against University
Blog post about a case against the University of New Haven for negligent infliction of emotional distress and negligent supervision of employees that was dismissed because the conduct failed to meet the standards set forth by the law.
Lawsuit Exposes Gross Ignorance In Ivy League Sexual Assault
Blog post about sexual assault on college campuses.
Principal Awarded $500K in Claim Against School District
Blog post about a school principal who was able to recover damages against the Bridgeport school district because of retaliation for her reporting of assaults on students by teachers.
Parents Held Liable for Consequences of Son's Bullying
Blog post on a case where the parents of a bully were found to be legally liable for their son's actions.
Cyberbullying: What Students and Parents Need to Know
Blog post on what cyberbullying is and what all parents should know about it.
Department of Education Implements New Bullying Policies
Blog post about new federal policies on bullying and cyberbullying ion schools.
Court Unconvinced By Country Club Wife's Emotional Distress Claim
Blog post about a woman who filed a claim for negligent infliction of emotional distress when she was denied membership to a country club from which her husband had his membership cancelled.
Defamation: Lies, Rumors and Damages to Reputation
Blog post explaining what defamation is and how to prove you have been defamed.
Former Employee Awarded $45,000 in Defamation Lawsuit
Blog post about a former employee who was awarded damages of $45,000 from his former employer on a claim of defamation.
Defamation, Libel, and Slander: Similarities and Distinctions
Blog post explaining the definitions of defamation, libel, and slander as well as explaining how they are different from one another.