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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.

Legal Meaning of "Teacher" Disputed in Superintendent's Termination

Blog post about a former assistant superintendent suing Hartford Public Schools for wrongful termination by claiming she was a teacher with tenure who was not given the proper hearing before being fired.

Teacher Argues Tenure Denial Was Result of Age Discrimination

Blog post about a teacher who brought a case against the board of trustees for the Connecticut state university system alleging she was denied tenure because of her age.

Professor Claims Sex Discrimination in Tenure Denial

Article about a professor who claims sex discrimination is the reason she was denied tenure.

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.

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.

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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