Legal Articles, RICO Act
Coach Complicit in Football Team's Assault of Special Education Student
Blog post about the liability of the school and coaches of a football team that assaulted a special education student on the team.
Student Claims Court Lacks Jurisdiction in Juvenile Delinquency Case
Blog post on the jurisdiction of juvenile delinquency claims involving students covered by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Camp Counselor Lacks Necessary Duty in Camper's Negligence Claim
Blog post about a camp that was sued because of a child injured there and the reasons why the camp counselor did not have the legal duty that would have allowed the claim to proceed in court.
Legal Fallout From Intense School Bullying Draws Attention
Blog post on the topic of bullying in schools and when schools can be found liable in court if the bullying is not properly addressed.
Town Immunity Falters After Student's Prolonged Bullying
Blog post about a claim against the New Milford Board of Education was allowed despite governmental immunity because of the prolonged instances of bullying against the plaintiff.
CT Bullying Law Focuses on Overall School Climate
Blog post discussing the new Connecticut law seeking to reduce instances of bullying in schools.
CT Lawmaker's Implement New Approach in Battle Against Bullying
Blog post about new legislative efforts in Connecticut to combat school bullying.
Connecticut Expulsion Laws Bear Unforeseen Consequences
Blog post on the constitutionality of school expulsion laws in Connecticut.
Education: A Necessity for Equality and Civil Rights
Blog post about the civil rights of students in public schools.
Bill Seeks New Approach Toward Assisting Troubled Students
Blog post about a new bill aimed at assisting at-risk students in Connecticut.