Q: my school has recently put a new policy in regarding phones. they're forcing us to put them in a box at class start
they however, are claiming that any and all damage that might occur while the phone is in its "holder" is not the schools responsibility and are therefor not liable for damages. i just would like to know if there's some way to simply force them to claim responsibility before any accidents or damage occurs. all i would like to know is if there's any possible way to get the contract revised in my favor and get the school to take responsibility for any damages. I live in michigan
A:
This question fits better in the category of school law, not contracts, assuming that you attend a public school and not a post-secondary school, such as a college.
A student has fewer rights at school than an adult enjoys in daily life. The student's rights are limited by the school's authority to maintain order. So I don't doubt that the school could enforce such a rule, nor do I believe that the school is required to assume liability for phones left in the "box". The solution that the school's practice suggests is to not bring your phone to school.
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