Can I file a lawsuit on my teacher if she hit me with a tennis ball?

No, you have no legal claim against the teacher or the school. If you really want to take action (and you should seriously consider first if...

Most schools have a student handbook that would address this kind of question. Contact either the school's admissions office or Dean of Students...

Are schools able to deny people the right of "Innocent until proven guilty"?

First, I commend you for being mature enough to find this website and ask your question if you're only in 5th grade. That much is impressive. It is...

First, how do you know these things are happening or are being said? If the source of information is your son, how reliable is that information?...

My child was asked to go to a school in different city.

You will want to talk with a local attorney who practices education law. Each school district sets its own policies regarding local residence,...

The answer is, "It depends." Not very satisfying. For the example you gave about his involvement in a car accident, no, you probably would not be...

Can I sue the board of education?

In most states, the principle of "sovereign immunity" prevents you from suing the school district, since it is a governmental agency. (If it is a...

Can i move out of my parents home. i and 18 but i have not finished high school yet?

Becoming an adult at 18 is a separate matter from education. Under most (all?) states' laws, you legally become an adult when you turn 18. You have...

What Actions Can I Take If My Son Is Being Bullied?

Step One - take the phone away from your son. If he really needs a cell phone to be able to contact you for picking up and dropping off, get him...

How to take the GED at 16?

Have you asked your guidance counselor at school? If so, is there any particular reason that you don't trust his or her answer? if you haven't...