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2024-25 Ed Lab Law Series

DWK is pleased to formally announce the release of its much-awaited statewide Education, Labor, and Employment Law Series with newly scheduled dates. Register now!

2023 Edition - Legislation of Case Law Highlights

2023 Legal Developments of Interest for K-12 School Districts

The EPIPHANIES of NEGOTIATIONS:
40 Years of Negotiations for Public Schools

There has never been a book describing what labor negotiations in public schools are like. UNTIL NOW!

This book is an excellent resource for all board members and administrators who want to feel empowered when sitting around the negotiations table or advising and giving direction to those who do. Please forward this offer to all members of your team.

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Increased CUPCCAA Bid Thresholds for Construction Contracts Effective January 1, 2025; Expanded Enforcement Authority for CUPCCAA Commission

10-03-24

Legal Developments and News

Signed into law on September 29, 2024, Assembly Bill 2192 will increase the bidding thresholds for school districts and community college district who have adopted the California Uniform Public Construction...
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Court Rejects Challenge To Revival Of Sexual Assault Claims

09-25-24

Legal Developments and News

A California Court of Appeal recently ruled against a school district’s challenge to the Legislature’s revival of claims involving childhood sexual assault. (West Contra Coast Unified School District v. Superior...
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Reminder – New Limits On Seeking Ballot Measure Campaign Contributions

08-28-24

Legal Developments and News

November 2024 marks the first presidential election cycle under new limitations which took effect in 2023 on soliciting campaign contributions to ballot measure committees.  The new limits prohibit elected officials...
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At Dannis Woliver Kelley, we know education law. Our areas of expertise ensure DWK has the breadth and depth of resources to serve all your needs. California education law is our exclusive practice, it’s what we have done for over 40 years, with passionate conviction and insight.

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