Remove an 18 year old Long Island

The age of majority in New York State is 18 so you are not obligated to get him a car, pay for car insurance, or provide for his education unless...

How do I know if I can file suit against a school for failure to provide a safe atmosphere for my child?

Go to the police to file the assault charge. Write a letter to the superintendent of schools with a copy to the principal. Tell them what...

Does a district have to supply transportation to a special ed child who is sent to an alternative school with a modified day?

I agree with Gina on transportation. But why is the child getting only a half day of school? Who modified his school day and why? You need...

Can I sue the department of corrections because I didn't get a education

Yes. Children in juvenile detention are supposed to go to school within the facility or travel to one of two stand-alone community schools that...

What can I legally do to get my 17 year old son out of my house?

It sounds as if your son needs to be evaluated by a child psychiatrist before you give up on him. You can ask your pediatrician for the name of a...

If school staff have "in loco parentis" over child then why can parent be blamed over bad attendance?

A child remains in the custody of his or her parents even during school hours. The parents maintain extensive rights and obligations for their...

Can I sue a school district for noncompliance.

I don't know whether you have a written agreement with your school district. But it sounds as if you need to consult a special education attorney...

New York State requires certain educational services during a prior of suspension. Unfortunately, tutors often have problems coordinating with...

If i have primary physical and legal perantal rights and responsibilities can the other party set up meetings with school offica

Both parents have certain rights to educational information under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Unless the court order...

Can a public school file a pins petition for behavior for an eleven year old with passing grades? please let me know what i do n

Yes. Schools files PINS petitions when a students behavior is inappropriate or dangerous, and his parents are not actively addressing the issues...