The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) states, “the court, in its discretion, may award reasonable attorney’s fees as part of the...

Can I pursue a law suit on behalf of my 5 yr old daughter?

I do not see a cause of action for a "lawsuit." However, if your daughter is 5 years old, has disabilities, and is being placed incorrectly with...

In Massachusetts, it is not legal to record anybody without their consent. There are some exceptions, but that is the short answer to your...

In Massachusetts, where you live, the Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA) publishes statistics whoch address your questions. In 2015, which...

How can I obtain an advocate for support and legal advice to help me challenge the school district?

You might want to consult with an attorney who specialize in education issues. The New Hampshire Department of Education maintains a list of...

School districts will usually have policies that all students within a certain radius are expected to walk to school, unless they have a...

Will I be making a mistake if I have a lawyer send a letter to my daughter's principal to request her school records?

I agree with everything Attorney Rich said. The only other thing I can add is that this is often a matter of style for the attorney. Some...

My question is in regards to moving mid year to another district within the same city.

Unfortunately such districting and enrollment decisions are handled at the school district level in Massachusetts. School choice was my first...

It is hard to say from the question which type of lawyer you should consult with, because there are different specialties which might apply. For...

School searches my son because he had on a "north face jacket"

The one big issue that I see is school personnel searching your son's pockets. Did the school have a right to search him? Like most legal issues,...