Articles Tagged with NYC public school sexual abuse lawyer

Allegations of sexual misconduct by a public school employee are among the most serious violations of trust in the New York City education system. A recent criminal case involving a Brooklyn public high school gym teacher underscores why students and families must understand their legal rights when abuse occurs in a school setting.

Brooklyn DOE Athletic Director Charged in Sex Crime Case

Prosecutors allege that a 40-year-old athletic director employed by the New York City Department of Education sent explicit sexual content to a 16-year-old student using Snapchat after propositioning her during an offer to drive her home. According to court filings, the teacher sent the minor a photograph of his genitals along with sexually inappropriate messages asking whether she would kiss him.