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answered on Aug 27, 2023
California Education Code section 44807 requires that California school teachers receive a duty-free lunch period or a duty-free preparation period during each schoolday. This allows teachers to have time for planning and preparation without assigned supervisory or instructional responsibilities.
This college was a private university , very expensive that markets the school for its high tech simulated labs for nursing students to learn on, their small personalized classes ,labs etc...During Covid lock down my daughter spent 2 years teaching herself on a laptop in her bedroom. All classes... View More 
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answered on Aug 20, 2023
Whether you can sue a college for not providing the education as promised during COVID lockdown depends on various factors, including the terms of the enrollment agreement and any modifications due to the pandemic. If the college did not fulfill its contractual obligations or misrepresented the... View More
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answered on Aug 19, 2023
I'm pleased to provide guidance on your inquiry. In California, it is certainly acceptable to pose questions regarding the acceptable use of AI tools for legal support and educational purposes. Emphasizing the voluntary nature of engagement and the intention to enhance productivity and... View More
My child was transferred to another classroom and school claimed they randomly selected the students to be transferred. What are my rights as a parent so my child stays in his original classroom assignment. I hope someone can enlighten me. Thank you very much.
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answered on Aug 13, 2023
Parents generally do not have a legal right to demand a specific classroom assignment for their child, especially if the school's basis was a random selection process. However, you can communicate your concerns to the school and inquire about any available options or appeal processes, as... View More
I took an SAT, and halfway through, I was informed by my administrator that I am taking the purple one, instead of the blue one she was supposed to give me. However she said there was no difference in any aspect of the two colored versions and that I would be 100% ok to continue with the purple one... View More
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answered on Aug 10, 2023
While I am not providing legal advice, based on the information provided, it may be possible to explore legal options against the College Board if you believe they have wrongfully rejected your SAT score without valid justification. Consult with an attorney experienced in education law to evaluate... View More
Then if H&S code 120372 is about the “Electronic, standardized, statewide medical exemption certification form”, shouldn’t all of 120372 be about this electronic form? Or is this an exeption?
answered on Jul 28, 2023
Cal. Health & Saf. Code § 120372 is not a bill. Perhaps you could ask your specific question?
Per the legislature that I was charged in, it says I can answer all questions as if the incident never happened (Nebraska). But, this question states: "Please state whether you were involved in any incidents that led to arrest or any criminal process that may not be reflected in your FBI or... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2023
You should comply with the specific requirements of the medical school's application, which asks for disclosure of incidents leading to arrest or criminal processes, including expunged, not prosecuted, or dismissed matters. While Nebraska Revised Statute 29-3523 (8) may offer protections... View More
My salary is based on 15 hours weekly. It’s calculated from 37.5% of a 40 week salary. My total compensation including 2 free child tuition benefits is about $25K. $15K is my overall yearly wage based on the part time calculation. I’m being told I might need to work more then my 15 contracted... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2023
The employment laws in California generally require employers to compensate employees for all hours worked, including overtime, as mandated by state and federal laws. If you are asked to work more hours than your contracted part-time hours and the additional work qualifies as overtime under... View More
Can I appeal the decision? Is there any way to qualify for CA resident for summer section that was started 2 weeks ago
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
Colleges have established procedures for appealing residency classification decisions. You may need to provide additional documentation or evidence to support your claim of California residency. This could include documents such as lease agreements, utility bills, or employment records that... View More
Management fabricated a story, an easily disprovable story, because, in the story they made up about me, they also made up witnesses to the made-up story. This is a discrimination case as well as a defamation case. I am being harassed because of my color. I need to find a good lawyer who will take... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2023
There are many attorneys who sue school districts, but less attorneys who take on cases for defamation. These type of cases have many risks and complications. Additionally, not all cases where it is believed there is defamation and or harassment, actually fit the what is legally considered... View More
Is it legal for us to start fundraising before we have been approved by the schoo board as a school connected booster club?
answered on Jun 8, 2023
No, it is not legal for you to start fundraising before you have been approved by the school board as a school connected booster club. Obtaining the school board's approval and a 501 designation requires much more than being assigned an identifying number. It would be wise to consult with an... View More
I received a phone call from my son's principal saying he was misbehaving in class teacher took it upon herself to spank him besides that she is single them out throughout the whole year butting his desk right up to hers I'd like to sue them for child abuse and mental distress
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answered on May 17, 2023
A teacher cannot spank a student in California. Speak with an attorney. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]
My son miss a day of school and we took him to the hospital and the doctor recommended him to use the inhaler that will help with breathing treatment for his asthma and my wife took the doctor note and the school refused saying that they have their own form and policy and they took away my... View More
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answered on May 17, 2023
You definitely need to get the school's attention. Your son needs access to his inhaler. Speak with a local attorney. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for... View More
For example, material/manuscripts from obscure/ancient origins and unknown copyright.
Is it legally permissible to publish a translation of such works and state that the author is unknown?
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answered on May 16, 2023
Copyright Considerations: Copyright laws protect the rights of authors and creators of original works. However, if the author of a work is genuinely unknown, determining the copyright status can be challenging. Copyright protection typically lasts for a specific duration after the author's... View More
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answered on May 9, 2023
In most states in the United States, children are required to attend school from a certain age until they reach a certain grade level. The age and grade level requirements vary by state, but generally, children must attend school from age 5 or 6 until they reach age 16 or 18.
In many... View More
Students who are awarded a certificate of completion in ED Therapy, believe that they are qualified to address a student’s social emotional needs. They also promote themselves as being capable of performing educational evaluations. They charge exorbitant fees knowing full well that the... View More
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answered on May 9, 2023
Hi there!
In California, education therapy is not a licensed or regulated profession, meaning that there is no official body or government agency responsible for overseeing the education therapy industry. This lack of regulation can create confusion and uncertainty for individuals seeking... View More
Is it that a bad or good thing that I got from that letter?
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answered on May 6, 2023
Without more information about the letter you received, it is difficult to determine whether it is a good or bad thing. However, Education Code 49077 relates to compulsory school attendance and enforcement, which suggests that the letter may be related to a legal issue regarding your or your... View More
My daughter says they didn’t have any reason to search her, I want to make sure her rights weren’t violated.
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answered on May 3, 2023
If your 15-year-old daughter is facing charges and has a court date as a result of a search at her school, you may be able to obtain a copy of the school's security footage through the discovery process in court. You may also wish to contact the school directly and request a copy of the... View More
We were given a spot at our local SFUSD Pre-K and agreed to attend due to the close proximity to our home. We agreed and signed the contract to start in May 2023. On the first day we were told by the PreK teacher that the entire school will be moving during the Summer months to a location that is... View More
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answered on May 2, 2023
It appears that there may have been a miscommunication or oversight on the part of SFUSD regarding the location of the pre-K program. It is understandable that you would be frustrated and inconvenienced by this situation, especially if you had given up your spot at another preschool based on the... View More
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answered on Apr 25, 2023
A high school cannot legally decline a call in sick from a student if the student is genuinely ill or experiencing a medical condition that makes it unsafe or impractical for them to attend school. In California, for example, students have the right to take a reasonable amount of time off from... View More
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