Legal Articles, Legislative Practice

Termination of Autism Paraprofessionals Violates Public Policy, Says Court

Blog post about a termination of autism paraprofessionals that was found to have been a violation of public policy.

Freedom of Information Act Forces Private School to Disclose Financial Info

Blog post discussing the effects of the Freedom of Information Act on private schools.

State Sues Unlicensed Law School, Irony Ensues

Blog post about the state suing an unlicensed law school but were unable to prove that it was operating as an institution of higher education.

Driver Claims Casino Tribal Jurisdiction Voids DUI Charge

Blog post on the issue of whether Connecticut police officers have jurisdiction to charge someone with a DUI on highway on Native American land leading to a casino.

School Board Sued For Failure to Adhere to CT Bullying Policy

Blog post about the school board of Thomaston that was sued for its alleged failure to adhere to Connecticut's laws on bullying.

New CT Law Helps Identify School's Obligation to Bullied Students

Blog post explaining a new Connecticut law that is helping to make it more clear to schools what their obligations are to students who are being bullied.

CT's Courts Take Active Role in School Bullying Problem

Blog post about Connecticut courts taking steps to address the issue of bullying in schools.

An Explanation of the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act

Blog post about how the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act works and what its effects are.

Governmental Immunity & The School's (Limited) Liability to Students

Blog post on the topic of the governmental immunity of schools and when they can be sued.

The Fundamental Elements of State Anti-Bullying Laws

Blog post about state laws designed to prevent bullying.

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