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answered on Mar 18, 2017
What kind of rating? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice... View More 
My 13 your old son was at school complaining of headaches and was sent to the nurse's office. When examined by the nurse, his eyes weren't reactive to dilation. A police officer was called in and examined my child and further questioned him about drug use (was he taking drugs?, etc.) I... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2017
This sounds legal. Your child should be familiarized with his civil rights. See: https://www.aclu.org/issues/free-speech/student-speech-and-privacy
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Having problems with the teacher the whole year... mocks and bully's her.
answered on Feb 14, 2017
You may be able to sue for negligence and breach of contract if it's a private school. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
I am attending a continuing education program and I am being accused of breach of education integrity policy, The program director has taken action to dismiss me from the program. I have made an incorrect request regarding an E-book sample and received an email from the publisher requesting I... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2017
I offer representation re: such matters. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my... View More
An 11 year old minor is late to school 13 times since the September 5th. Lateness ranges from 2-15 minutes. The parents have taken full responsibility for the tardiness. Can the school really mandate that he serve 2 after school suspensions for this? What could happen if the parents refuse? Are... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2017
Such consequences are legal and common. Don't be late. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
It depends on the facts. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law:... View More
a private center that provides education for higher learning. No contract was signed or written. Wanted my money back but the person refuse to give money back. The service starts in July. Do I have the right to get the money back? The first time I went to the office, I didn't notice... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2017
Have a lawyer review the contract and related communications. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and... View More
My son developed press when restrained by our schools superintendent when he was 8 for not wanting to eat a tuna sandwich. Since then his attendance has been terrible and either tutored or homeschooled. When through therapy we got him back in school he would be bullied touched inappropriately by... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2017
You should consider contacting the police re: the attack. Also make sure the school is complying with the ADA. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law... View More
The child was attending an out of district school with the school's consent (a fairly routine practice at this school) which can be verified. He attended the school in district for three quarters of the school year with an IEP. In such a situation can they choose to force the child out because... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2017
Were they stating that they lacked the resources to educate the child? This might be an ADA violation. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice... View More
I applied and matriculated into a college graduate program (in NYS) based on the requirements and curriculum needed and laid out on the website. If later in the school year they decided to add on a course and make it part of the requirements for those in the program, do I have to now take the... View More
answered on Jan 27, 2017
I see no basis for being "grandfathered-in", as you say. College policies often state that their degree requirements are subject to change at the discretion of school leadership. Read your school's policies re: that. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney.... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2017
Perhaps you received the unsigned copy. Check the original document to see if it was signed or otherwise authorized by the principal. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
how do I appeal?
answered on Jan 24, 2017
You can contact the agency who made the decision about rules relating to appeals. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law... View More
What Happened:
Before today, my last 2 periods (periods 7 and 8, respectively) were Tennis/Weight Training and US Government. However, my teacher never showed up for 8th period so I didn't learn anything about US Government from then. So I went to the guidance counselor's office... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2017
I see no basis for a lawsuit here, unless your Government teacher literally often failed to attend class (and no substitute teacher was provided), leaving you deprived of an education in Government. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my... View More
My daughter is 13. The other boy is not getting any disciplinary action, and they are accusing her of lying because they "can't hear what was said but didn't see the touching on the camera"
answered on Jan 23, 2017
It depends on the facts of the case. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2017
Service dogs have substantial legal protections, including on public and private school property. The teacher's actions might violate the law as well as school policies. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2017
It depends on all the facts. You might be able to sue for breach of contract. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in... View More
A school aided admitted to something and was fired for it. That person is no longer allowed to be on school property and is being prevented from taking a job at a different location in the school system. There is no legal action taken against the person.
answered on Jan 13, 2017
The answer to your question is: possibly. It depends on what the accusation was. But decisions by government employees may be subject to review.
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answered on Jan 11, 2017
It is really your choice, and it depends on the severity of the charges and the potential punishment; if there is police involvement than I would say definitely yes. Furthermore, although you should be allowed to bring an attorney, some schools (generally private) do not allow students to do so.... View More
My school charged me with violating their drug policy. I appealed and on appeal they found that the charge was unwarranted, followed improper procedure, and was thrown out. I called today and their record still states I did community service, even though I have e-mail proof this was overturned.... View More
After reading the 8th amendment of the New York state constitution I thought of this question and I would appreciate some clarification especially when a New Jersey court has already ruled on in issue (persuasive precedent) in favor of free speech.
answered on Dec 31, 2016
A New Jersey court's opinion about free speech does not affect the New York Court System. Each State's court rulings are only persuasive when trying to be introduced into a different state's court.
Read this article on how freedom of speech plays out in New York and... View More
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