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My school told me just before I walked for graduation that I couldn't wear my flower lai (which was given to me by my bestfriend who is Hawaiian) because it was "not from my culture" and that I had to remove it immediatly or not walk at all. I am very upset at this, as there is no... View More 
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
It sounds like your school may have acted unfairly by making you remove the flower lei, especially since there was no clear rule against it. The First Amendment protects freedom of expression, but schools have some authority to regulate certain types of speech and attire, especially during official... View More
Ashford university 2012-2016 lost accred. About 1 month after enrolling. Never said anything to me.
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answered on Mar 9, 2024
It is possible to sue the government for providing federal loans to attend an unaccredited college, but the success of such a lawsuit would depend on the specific circumstances of your case. Here are a few things to consider:
1. Borrower Defense to Repayment: If you believe that Ashford... View More
I am seeking urgent legal advice regarding a complex situation involving a university student with an active 504 Plan. Despite the plan's provisions, the university fails to accommodate the student's ADHD effectively due to platform limitations unbeknownst to the student during the... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
Given the complex circumstances surrounding the student's dismissal and the potential violations of their rights under the 504 Plan, it is advisable to seek legal counsel promptly. The failure of the university to effectively accommodate the student's disability, compounded by their... View More
I am mot sure what documents I am signing that my school is sending me while I am actively in the process of finding a lawyer to help with a violation of my ADA. Can I hold off on any further signing and would I be dropped from school for this
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
If you're in the process of filing a complaint against your school for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and are unsure about the documents your school is asking you to sign, it's generally advisable to refrain from signing until you fully understand their content and... View More
At my child's school, during her IEP from 8:30 AM to 2:40 PM, her teacher left her in her diaper all day. I have yet to receive a response from the school after contacting them about this incident. My child's IEP includes specific daily care requirements, but the teacher did not provide... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What happened to your child is not only heartbreaking—it’s unacceptable. When a school fails to follow an IEP, especially in a way that directly affects your child’s physical care and dignity, they are not just being careless—they may be violating the law. Leaving your child in a diaper all... View More
I live in Washington State and have a daughter with multiple diagnosed disabilities: dyslexia, language processing disorder, impaired working memory, and difficulty processing information. She recently turned 13, and I was denied access to her medical records by her doctor, due to her age. Although... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Washington State, parents typically have the right to access their child's medical records until the child turns 14. However, this can be complicated if the child is deemed mature enough to make their own decisions, or if there are concerns about their ability to understand medical... View More
I am considering suing my son's high school. A school security guard called me to ask about my son's whereabouts concerning an altercation, but did not disclose that a police officer was listening to our conversation. My son has faced consequences due to this incident, which occurred in... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
Your concern about the school's failure to disclose police presence during the call is understandable, as this raises potential legal questions about consent to monitoring and privacy rights. While you might have grounds for legal action, the success of any lawsuit would depend on specific... View More
I'm a senior at Cascade High School in Everett WA, and my teacher is making a major change to the year-long syllabus, requiring students to put phones by her desk for the students to be marked present. I never take my phone out in class unless I get specific permission, so does she have the... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2025
Your teacher does not have the right to confiscate your phone without cause, especially if you are not using it or causing a disruption. School policies generally allow for the restriction of phone use during class, but forcing students to hand over their phones as a requirement for attendance is... View More
I’m currently part of a high school exchange program with my sponsor, and I’ve been told that I’m not allowed to take Running Start classes. These classes allow students to earn both high school and college credits, and they are fully recognized as part of my high school education.... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
Your situation raises important legal questions about educational access and program restrictions. While exchange program sponsors have broad discretion in setting guidelines for participants, they typically need clear, written policies to enforce significant educational restrictions.... View More
I’m currently part of a high school exchange program with my sponsor, and I’ve been told that I’m not allowed to take Running Start classes. These classes allow students to earn both high school and college credits, and they are fully recognized as part of my high school education.... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
Your situation touches on some complex legal and educational policy questions. Without seeing the specific contract terms between you and the exchange foundation, it's challenging to definitively assess their authority to restrict your course choices.
However, in general, exchange... View More
I'm interested in creating an online platform similar to LinkedIn but specifically for individuals under the age of 16 who are looking for internship, mentorship, and volunteer opportunities. Given that LinkedIn currently restricts its users to those over 16, I want to understand the legal... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2024
Creating a LinkedIn-style platform for minors under 16 involves navigating several important legal considerations. Firstly, you must comply with child labor laws, which vary by state and regulate the types of work minors can do, the hours they can work, and the conditions under which they can work.... View More
Teenager felt sick at school so they decided to search her. Another day she passed out. School decided to search her again and both times they asked if she was doing drugs. They had already been informed that she hasn't been eating like she should due to others saying she was fat. She only... View More
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
In Washington state, public schools have the authority to search students if there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that the search will yield evidence that the student has violated or is violating either the law or the rules of the school. However, the scope of the search must be reasonably... View More
My daughter is in middle school in Washington state. She went to school today wearing some wedged boots forgetting that today was PE. When she entered the gym both teachers surrounded her and belittled her. They also made her hold her hand out and slapped the back of her hand. Do I have any... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2022
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry this happened to your daughter. From the situation you describe, it's possible evidence could be of a fleeting nature in terms of video recordings or eyewitness recollection. You could reach out... View More
My son is 12 year old with disabilities. We live in Washington state. The district sent my son to residential school in New York I was concerned with his safety. The district here in Washington state agreed for him to come home and finish school here. The day he got back to Washington everything... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2022
This is a complex question that requires additional information. There are circumstances where a school district can force a placement but the parent then has the option of filing for due process or revoking special education services. Depending on the circumstances, I'm often able to... View More
My high school won’t let me graduate because they don’t want to clear credits I didn’t obtain due to a chronic medical condition. Help please.
answered on May 30, 2022
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If the school's conditions are in compliance with federal and state education requirements, they would likely be considered lawful. Attorneys could meaningfully advise on that after reviewing the situation... View More
The school was in Washington state and I was paid for being the mascot. I told them about it and had to stop working after I got a child’s skin infection from the suit.
answered on May 8, 2020
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. Unfortunately, this looks like it would be a tough case. When you say "years," that raises concerns about statute of limitations issues. That aside, if other mascots did not suffer similar reactions to the... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2018
See: https://www.aclu-wa.org/docs/rights-transgender-people-washington-state
See: https://kctransguide.org/your-rights-in-washington-state/
That sounds like a possible violation of WA State law re: allowing transgender people to use public restrooms. More details are necessary to... View More
a college im attending has mis handled my federal funds to the point of it causing me to fail my cklasses its been over two months and they wont disburse my money or even give me access to it
answered on Dec 26, 2018
It depends on what you mean by mishandled. If they violated laws re: the disbursements, that's one thing. If they are refusing to release to you your funds for valid reasons such as non-enrollment, that's a different story. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2018
Do you have reason to believe that the bus driver or school or school district was aware your son was molested by the other child?
Nothing is being done. What can we do to stop the bullying.
answered on Jun 28, 2018
What is the nature of the bullying? Please provide more detail. Thank you.
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