Record #:

4838

Author(s):

Cafaro, Cindy Singer

Abstract:

The suicide rate among adolescents is increasing, and families often sue school systems, holding them responsible. To date no North Carolina state court has held a school system liable for a student's suicide. However, the possibility exists. Cafaro discusses some of the significant school liability issues, including negligence.

Source:

School Law Bulletin (NoCar K 23 C33), Vol. 31 Issue 2 & 3, Spring/Summer 2000, p17-28, f

Subject(s):

Public schools; Suicide