Doe v. McKenna, 94-7084 (1998)

DECISION

Before this court is defendant Robert Ricci's motion for summary judgment. John Doe (plaintiff) filed the instant action alleging negligent supervision against several administrators employed in the Providence school system, including defendant Ricci who served as superintendent of Providence schools at the time of the alleged negligence. On summary judgment, defendant Ricci asserts that he cannot be held liable for the acts of a subordinate teacher. Jurisdiction is pursuant to G.L. 1956 §8-2-14.

Facts/Travel

Thomas Messa (Messa) began serving as a substitute teacher in the Providence…