Kids Sue Mom for “Bad Mothering” But Judge Dismisses Case
Last week an Illinois appeals court dismissed a case brought by two children against their mom for “bad mothering,” the Chicago Tribune reports. Steven Miner II, 23, and his sister Kathryn, 20, of...
View ArticleNew Bullying Law May Be Too Tough, Schools Say
A tough new law cracking down on school bullies takes effect today in New Jersey. Called the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights, the law was sparked by the suicide of Rutgers University freshman Tyler...
View ArticleSo Long, Date Night! Angry Parents Criticize “Babysitter’s Bill”
Hiring a babysitter or nanny could get a lot more complicated for California parents. A bill now in California’s State Senate, nicknamed “The Babysitter’s Bill,” would require people who employ...
View ArticleChicago Outlaws Crib Bumper Pads, Citing Safety Concerns
This week the Chicago City Council adopted an ordinance banning the sale of crib bumper pads after learning they may have played a role in the deaths of a least a dozen babies, The Chicago Tribune...
View ArticleVirginia Parents Must Appear in Court for Kids’ Tardiness
A Virginia couple must face a judge in March for bringing their children late to school too many times. Amy and Mark Denicore of Waterford, Va., have both been charged with three misdemeanors, which...
View ArticleWisconsin Bill Alleges Single Moms Contribute to Child Abuse
A bill under consideration by the Wisconsin legislature would penalize single mothers on the grounds that their unmarried status contributes to social ills including child abuse and neglect. The...
View ArticleColorado Neighborhood Considers Banning Sidewalk Chalk
The Denver neighborhood of Stapleton is reportedly considering banning the popular summertime pastime of children drawing on sidewalks with chalk. Citing concerns that the art is distracting and...
View ArticleSweden Considers Banning Babies in Formula Ads
Sweden’s government has drafted legislation that would prevent images of babies from appearing in formula ads, the Huffington Post reports. Ads for formula would only be permitted in scientific...
View ArticleHospital Refuses to Remove Pregnant Texas Woman from Life Support
A Texas woman who collapsed and was declared brain dead after suffering an apparent blood clot in her lungs is remaining on life support despite her family’s wishes, the hospital citing Texas law...
View ArticleShould Schools Have Your Kid’s Facebook Password?
In an attempt to put an end to cyberbullying both during and after school hours, Illinois legislators recently passed a law that many parents believe is a breach of privacy. Under the new law, school...
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