Legal Articles, White Collar Crime

Connecticut Compulsory Education Laws: An Overview

A blog post about the compulsory education laws in Connecticut requiring children between the ages of 5 and 18 to attend public or private or home school.

Should Children Have to Go to School Younger?

A blog post about a proposed bill in Nevada that may mandate children to start school sooner.

Important Factors to Consider if Your Child Is Facing Expulsion

A blog post about what you need to do and think about when it looks like your child is about to be kicked out of school.

Guardian Ad Litem: When Does My Child Need a Lawyer?

A blog post about child advocacy and when children should have their own representation in divorce proceedings.

Parental Responsibility Laws in Connecticut

A blog post about the liability a parent or guardian has over intentional actions performed by a child.

Minor Responsible for Own Injuries After Consumption of Alcohol

Blog post about the liability of a homeowner for the injuries of voluntarily intoxicated individuals on their property.

Town Not Liable for Child's Soccer Field Injuries

Blog post about a parent unsuccessfully suing the town of Greenwich over injuries sustained by her son while playing soccer at a public park.

School Suspends Student For Off Campus Drug Possession

Blog post about a student who was suspended from school after being arrested for possession of marijuana off-campus.

School Fails to Disprove Young Student's Immunity Exception

Blog post about a school's liability when there is an exception to the doctrine of governmental immunity.

Vice Principal's Flawless Career Ends For Strip-Searching Students

Blog post about a veteran vice principal who was fired for ordering female students to be strip searched.

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