School district may be held liable for the negligent hiring and retention of its employees

In an action alleging that a school employee sexually abused a student, Supreme Court denied the school’s and the school district’s motions for summary judgment dismissing the complaint. The Appellate Division affirmed the lower court’s ruling, explaining that:: 1. The...



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