How Recent Supreme Court Ruling Will Impact Special Education Laws
Update: A federal judge ruled that the school district in this case must reimburse the parents for the cost of private school.
IDEA
Your Child’s Transition to Adulthood
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that once a child with special needs turns 16, her Individualized Education Program (IEP) must include a discussion about transition services.
How to Write a Parent Concerns Letter for an IEP
Why you should always take advantage of the opportunity to do a Parent Concerns Letter for an IEP meeting and how to write an effective one
Corchnoy Law Offices
Special education law, estate planning, special needs trusts. Jonathan S. Corchnoy is a PA & NJ litigator with 30 years experience who limits his practice to representing parents and children with disabilities in special education matters & personal injury claims…
Education Shifts at Ages 3 & 5
The Federal IDEA law mandates that kids transition from early intervention into a school jurisdiction or intermediate unit after third 3rd birthday.
2010 Special Needs Law Update
In a quiet year for special needs legislation, bullying became a national focus and two major laws marked anniversaries.
Your Extended School Year Rights
Our federal and state special education laws recognize that your child’s disability does not take a vacation. As a result, a school district’s obligation to provide qualified students with a Free and Appropriate Public Education doesn’t end in June.
A New Special Needs IDEA: Inform, Document, Enjoy and Accept
For parents of kids with special needs, IDEA spells 4 keys to success.
Discipline and Disability
By law, schools can't expel students with disabilities if their behavior is the "manifestation of a disability" unless "special circumstances" are involved.