This was a school negligence case involving a student who was pushed off monkey bars by another child, resulting in a broken arm that required surgery. Although such incidents may initially appear to be typical childhood accidents, further investigation revealed significant supervision failures. The school maintained an improper student-to-teacher ratio, far exceeding the generally accepted supervision standard, and the playground equipment was not appropriate for the age group. These failures contributed to the incident.
The case resolved for $275,000. Similar to other school cases in California, strict compliance with government claim requirements is necessary, and this matter underscores the importance of adequate supervision and safe playground design.