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Wood, R. Craig – School Business Affairs, 1986
As many court cases demonstrate, insuring against punitive damages is a complex issue facing school districts. Districts should secure competent legal counsel when purchasing liability insurance that specifically covers all potential punitive awards. (12 citations) (CJH)
Descriptors: Educational Administration, Elementary Secondary Education, Insurance, Legal Responsibility
Wood, R. Craig – School Business Affairs, 1985
An examination of statutes and case law reveals that in most states the employment of architects and engineers by public school districts is exempt from competitive bidding procedures. (MLF)
Descriptors: Architects, Bids, Contracts, Court Litigation