My sister is special needs. No one is willing to help us. We need to stop the mental abuse going on.

You might also call Adult Protective Services.

How do I as a parent over rule the superintendent of Pearl River High School. As I do not agree with his punishment for daughter

I agree that you should take a look at the school's policies to find out the proper procedure. There should be a Code of Conduct on the school...

Can I hold the school accountable for this incident?

This sounds like an accident. Although I am not a personal injury lawyer, I can say that the school is only liable if the accident was their fault...

Can I sue for my daughter being aggressively grabbed by a teacher?

You might also want to make a complaint under the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA), New York State's anti-bullying statute. Find out who the...

Can I sue my son school for abuse and not giving him a proper education

You should immediately write to the the Committee on Special Education (CSE) in your school district and request a meeting to review your son's...

May we sue the school for there neglect to provide "any" education for my son?

If they do not enroll your child in school, they must provide alternative education. I agree that you should consult a local education attorney.

What can I do if my child's school cannot accommodate her with getting to class on crutches

The school is required by law to accommodate your daughter. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and s. 504 of the Rehabilitation Act both...

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What type of lawyer do I need

Since your daughter is legally an adult (19), FERPA does not apply. Your daughter would need to sign a HIPAA release or similar document in order...

Can a school make you pay tuition for your children, if you own property in the district?

The district office is correct. The test for residency is where the student actually lives (for example, where they sleep at night). Simply owning...

Life estate

You can leave the property to your local church by making your own will. To cover the possibility of your predeceasing your mother, she should add...