The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that was passed in 1990 to protect children with disabilities. The IDEA requires schools to do the following: Identify and evaluate any child they suspect has a disability Provide services to help the child in their academic development Provide for parents’ involvement in their …
It’s not easy to sue a school district, but it can be done. If you believe your child’s rights were violated by their school, the first thing you should do is contact a lawyer who specializes in this area of law. Because there are strict limitations on the types of cases you can pursue against …
While there are many limitations on the situations where you can sue a school district, it can be done under certain circumstances. Due to a legal theory called “sovereign immunity,” the government and government agencies like school districts are generally immune from lawsuits. Fortunately, most states have waived this immunity in some instances, allowing students …
If you are in the unfortunate position of being discriminated against by a school, there is hope. It might be possible to sue a school for discrimination if they violated your or your child’s civil rights by discriminating based on race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected status. However, …
A school is responsible for ensuring the safety of its students, and that includes providing a safe environment to learn in. When an unsafe situation arises, such as when a child is injured during recess or while waiting for the bus, parents may be able to sue the school for negligence. There are many different …
Schools have a responsibility to uphold the education of students by providing a safe environment for learning and teaching and keep children from harm’s way. Unfortunately, schools don’t always live up to these standards. It may be possible to sue your child’s school under the right circumstances, such as when it doesn’t take appropriate measures …