An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written document that outlines the educational plan for an individual student with special needs. It may be developed at any point during the school year, but it should be reviewed annually and revised as needed. An IEP helps to ensure that each child’s unique strengths are identified and …
In 1975, the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was created to provide a free and appropriate public education for all children with disabilities. The law guarantees that children with disabilities will receive the same opportunity for education as their peers, regardless of family income, location or school district boundaries. In the years since it …
What Did the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act Do? Read More »
Do you have a child with a disability in school? Is your child being treated differently because of their disability? Do you feel like they are not getting the support they need to succeed academically, or that their needs are being ignored? They may be the victim of disability discrimination. Disability discrimination is when someone …
What Is the Average Settlement for Disability Discrimination in Schools? Read More »
Student harassment and bullying are very real and often overlooked problems among children. It can happen to anyone in any environment, and it doesn’t always take the shape of physical violence. In fact, it’s more common for bullies to be psychological perpetrators who use words and actions to put others down or even hurt them …
What Qualifies as Student Harassment or Bullying? Read More »
Education law is a complex specialty with relatively few expert attorneys in the field. As passionate and devoted education attorneys, we proudly advocate for students and parents who have been harmed or underserved by institutions they formerly trusted. And make no mistake — it can be intimidating to take on an institution. The clients we …
A school or school district can be sued. As parents, we put a lot of faith in schools to not only educate our children, but treat them fairly and with due care. It is extremely upsetting for parents to learn that their child has been hurt, mistreated, neglected, or harassed at school — especially when …
A school or school district can be sued for not following IEP. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, all students have a right to a “free and appropriate public education” in “the least restrictive environment.” If your child has special needs or learning difficulties, they may need an IEP (Individualized Education Program) or a …