New developments concerning negligent hiring in public schools

Chronicles what “due care” is and how it applies in the public school area of the USA. Highlights a New York Supreme Court case with regard to an assault by a teacher on two students in their home; and also an Akron City court case brought against an education board employee who was accused of abuse. Lists some safeguards to try to prevent such actions having to be brought: the application forms, interviews, background checks, and reference checks. Stresses there is no valid reason for schools not engaging in full and thorough investigations of all applicants.