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School Articles

Newborn Sleep Safety And Limiting SIDS-Related Deaths

A baby's death at a daycare facility leads to a multi-million-dollar settlement. Learn how to prevent these risks. Read more...

Summer Is Coming: Water Safety Best Practices For Children

Parents of a toddler sue their babysitter and her family for negligently allowing the toddler to drown in their pool. What are safe water practices childcare organizations should observe? Read more...

Conversations About Child Sexual Abuse Material: When Is It Enough For Safe Adults To Report?

A teacher is arrested after CSAM was found on his computer. Learn whether just discussing sexual abuse materials is enough to trigger reasonable suspicion. Read more...

Ask Jack: Do Shield Laws For Reporting Child Sexual Abuse Extend To Social Media Posts?

Jack is asked if shield laws that protect reporters from defamation, and other tort claims, extend to posts made about sexual abuse on social media.? Read more...

May 13, 2024

Are Your Managers Up For Managing? You Make The Call
When managers do not receive training necessary to perform their jobs well, dissatisfaction occurs. Are your managers up to the task? You make the call and join the conversation.
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Safe Hiring Practices Include Checking For Gaps In Employment

A school employee is arrested on multiple counts of sexual assault of a minor. We examine hiring practices that could help protect students.
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Ask Jack: Are Malicious Pop-Ups A Serious Cyber Threat?
Jack McCalmon
Malicious pop-ups are making a comeback. Jack explains why you don't have to panic.
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Past Violence Leads To Negligence Claims Against School Districts After Shootings
A student shoots another student at school. The parents allege the school is to blame, as well as the shooter. We explore and explain the theory behind the litigation.
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