School Bullying Law

How to Fight a Bully

On Behalf of Kates Nussman Ellis Farhi & Earle, LLP | Feb 4, 2025 | School Bullying Law

In 2023, the New Jersey Anti-Bullying Task Force released a report revealing an alarming increase in harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) levels in the state's schools. The report showed that during the 2021-2022 school year, 7,672 HIB incidents were...

What Does A School Owe Your Child?

On Behalf of Kates Nussman Ellis Farhi & Earle, LLP | May 2, 2024 | School Bullying Law

The relationship between a child and school authorities is one that is compelled by law. School personnel owe a duty to exercise reasonable care for the safety of students entrusted to them. This duty applies both in and out of the classroom. The standard of care is...