Legal Question in Education Law in California
blogging
Can a teacher be sued by a school district for what he writes on a blog attached to a teachers union website? The posting dealt with general tax policies and issues and mentioned no person or organization in particular. The posting resulted in some unofficial parent complaints.
Asked on 1/06/09, 7:15 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Harrell
W. Andrew Harrell, Attorney at Law
Re: blogging
Without further detail, I would think not--unless the comment is defamatory and unless the teacher has a provision in his contract that limits his ability to speak on these issues. Indeed, the union would likely have a duty to defend the teacher if a suit was filed. Any suit would likely be against the union, as well, since they have control over the website and responsibility for managing its content.
Answered on 1/06/09, 11:15 pm
Related Questions & Answers
-
Trust my daughter & son-in-law are not capable of hansling money wisely what can... Asked 12/29/08, 6:59 pm in United States California Education Law
-
Contract with a high school Is there a legal obligation between a parent and a... Asked 12/08/08, 3:47 pm in United States California Education Law
-
Can a school district violate a court order? I am the custodial parent of a 16-year... Asked 11/29/08, 12:26 pm in United States California Education Law
-
Minor Child Can a child age of 6 yrs old sign a notice of suspense from school... Asked 11/18/08, 7:57 pm in United States California Education Law
-
Kids bitting problem my daughter (3.5 year old) was bitten at the school for several... Asked 11/17/08, 11:47 pm in United States California Education Law