The Anatomy of a Constitutional Tort.

Horner, Jeffrey J.

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ERIC Number: EJ376216

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Publication Date: 1988

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The Anatomy of a Constitutional Tort.

Horner, Jeffrey J.

West's Education Law Reporter, v47 n1 p1-14 Aug 18 1988

Given state law barriers to recovery for the negligence of public officials, redress is often sought in federal courts. Discusses the concept of "constitutional tort" and analyzes the various components and the elements that must be satisfied before recovery is allowed. (MLF)

Descriptors: Constitutional Law, Court Litigation, Federal Courts, Legal Responsibility, Public Agencies, Public Officials, Public Schools, School Districts, Torts

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Legal/Legislative/Regulatory Materials

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Language: English

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