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Written for the education community, the goal of this netletter is to share timely legal news in plain language. This edition was produced by Teresa Haykowsky, McLennan Ross LLP and Suzanne Lundrigan, ASBA. Published at least 10 times a year, subscription rates are: ASBA members: $315 (incl. GST) per year. All others: $420 (incl. GST) per year. Subscribers may print 5 copies or e-mail the newsletter to 5 individuals. Contact Elaine Pallister to order a subscription. Published September 2010 The legal information provided in this newsletter is for information purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. The opinions expressed in this netletter may not reflect the opinions of the ASBA. |
Parents sue school boards over bullyingThe January 14, 2010, suicide of 15-year-old Massachusetts girl – media have linked this to bullying at school – and a March 3, 2010, Michigan court’s $800,000 award to a teen boy, who says he endured years of harassment culminating in a sexual assault – speak to the human and legal costs of bullying in schools. Students are turning to drastic measures and parents are suing. What does it mean for school boards in Canada? And what can Canadian school boards do in the face of this growing trend? Read about other student bullying lawsuits here. The Michigan court ruling, though overturned in July, provides insight into the courts’ and parents’ expectations of schools when it comes to dealing with bullying. Read more » Note: This newsletter makes reference to Internet links. The ASBA does not guarantee the authenticity of this material. Please direct questions about Internet material to the author of that material. |
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Legal UPDATESSaying bad things about teacher cost Quebec parents $234,000 Broken nose in phys.ed class not grounds for lawsuit Teachers held to higher standard than teacher assistants Lawyer’s report not protected under solicitor/client privilege Back to top^ |
Arbitrators´ TableBreaking trust with employer warrants firing: arbitrator When is a staff member deemed to have volunteered to work? School board should not have fired person with schizophrenia – even if they were unaware of illness Back to top^ |
HR CornerShould teachers ‘friend’ students on Facebook?Texting, blogging and tweeting are lingua franca for the under-18 set. As teachers return to classrooms, they may be thinking about making a foray into social networking as a means to connect with their students. Recent legal rulings reveal the professional and personal issues teachers, jurisdiction administrators and school boards should consider before launching into cyberspace. Read more » Back to top^ |
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