Tom Copeland Co-Authors New Book: Managing Legal Risks in Early Childhood Programs

"Can my child care program be sued?"

If you have ever asked yourself this question, you are not alone. This new guide will help you prevent and manage problems with potential legal consequences, reduce the risk of a lawsuit, and assist you in preparing a strong defense should your program be sued.

This practical book covers a wide range of topics, including privacy issues, accusations of discrimination, employee hiring/firing practices and insurance coverage.

The easy-to-use guide includes vignettes of everyday dilemmas, such as what to say to a parent who may be under the influence or what to do if no one picks up a child. It offers proven solutions and innovative approaches for each dilemma and sample policies to reduce risks.

I co-authored this book with Holly Elissa Bruno, a lawyer, author and radio host at BAM Radio Network. It is co-published by Teachers College Press and Redleaf Press and available from both publishers. It costs $25.95.

This book is primarily for child care center owners, directors and program administrators, rather than family child care providers. For them I would recommend my book Family Child Care Legal and Insurance Guide which covers some of the same ground.

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