Although school board members traditionally have been immune from civil suits, recent litigations in some states have held school board members personally liable for certain torts, thus making liability insurance for school boards a good business practice. (LLR)

First in a series of six articles on the legal responsibilities, liabilities, and limitations of school boards. The article also discusses the tort immunity doctrine for school districts. (MF)

Emphasizes the need for school administrators and board members to protect themselves against risks related to property, negligence, and civil liberties deprivations with insurance programs and to develop a greater knowledge of what constitutes due process. Some legislation and court litigation in the areas of safety and civil rights are…