Legal Articles, Malpractice

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 Bullying Law Focuses on Overall School Climate

Blog post discussing the new Connecticut law seeking to reduce instances of bullying in schools.

School Board Held Liable In Bullied Student's Suicide

Blog post about a school board having legal liability for a bullied student's suicide.

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.

The Effects and Consequences of Bullying: An Overview

Blog post giving an overview on the topic of bullying. Topics include what actions constitute bullying and some of the possible effects on your child.

Immunity Preempts Abused Student's Claim for Negligence

Blog post about a student that was unable to sue the school board because they were protected by governmental immunity.

Mother Owes Student $15,000 For Emotional Distress

Blog post about a case where a student was able to recover $15,000 from the mother of a fellow student for libelous statements made by the mother.

Abused Special Education Student Sues School Board and City

Blog post about a special education student suing Stamford on a claim of negligence.

Lacrosse Coach Liable For Student's Head Injury

Blog post about a lacrosse coach found liable for a student's injury when another player on the team threw a lacrosse ball at his head right before a team practice.

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