Managing Legal Risks in Early Childhood Programs - How to Prevent Flare-ups from Becoming Lawsuits

Can my child care programme be sued? If you have ever asked yourself this question, you are not alone. This guide will help you prevent and manage problems with potential legal consequences, reduce the risk of a lawsuit, and assist you in preparing a strong defence should your program be sued. This practical book covers a wide range of topics, including privacy issues, accusations of discrimination, employee hiring/firing practices, and insurance coverage.

About the author

Holly Elissa Bruno is an author, keynote speaker, and radio host at BAM Radio Network, "The Voice of the Education Community." She was assistant attorney general for the state of Maine and assistant dean at the University of Maine School of Law. Tom Copeland is an author, trainer, and advocate for the business of child care. His blog (www.tomcopelandblog.com) is one of the nation's leading sources of information on the business of child care.

Product details

• Authors: Holly Elissa Bruno, Holly Elissa/ Copeland Bruno, Tom Copeland
• Publisher: Teachers College Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.10.2012
• EAN: 9780807753774
• ISBN: 978-0-8077-5377-4
• No. of pages: 192
• Series: 0; 0
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Kindergarten and pre-school education; Social sciences, law, business > Law > Public law, administrative procedural law, constitutional procedural law