Is there a code of conduct issued for the school? If so, take a look at it and make sure they are following their own policies and procedures. One...

I don't feel like my special needs granddaughter is being treated fairly. How long can they legally keep her in behavior room?

It certainly does not sound like her behaviors are being appropriately addressed. The district is not only inappropriately handling the situation...

How to locate an attorney in either Ventura County or San Fernando Valley

I recommend you going to COPAA.org. These attorneys tend to focus on education law. You can search by state.

You can absolutely file a due process complaint against your Board of Education. Your IEP should be followed. The staff should not be telling you...

What do I do when my daughter has been sexually assaulted and the rapist decided to take an explicit video of her?

I agree with my colleague that you should go to the police. Not only can the sexual assault be considered criminal, but the video that the boy took...

You may very well have a case. I would encourage you to seek out a special education attorney in your area. COPAA.org is a good place to start...

The school is supposed to give you written notice of any IEP meeting. But more importantly, where is your son attending school now? Is he is an...

I would like to know if I could sue my 8yr old son school

I agree with my colleague that there needs to be an injury if you are going to pursue a personal injury action; however, it sounds to me like this...

Take a look at your district's code of conduct to see if the policies and procedures have been followed. Also, does your child have any diagnoses?...

Is it right for a teacher to take my phone away after school ends when I'm calling my mom and making me pay $25 to get it back?

Look at your school's Code of Conduct. Make sure she is following it and not singling you out or making up her own rules and discipline.