Legal Articles, General Practice

USCIS to Begin Issuing Redesigned Green Cards and EADs Beginning on May 1, 2017

In this article, we will explain the features of the redesigned Green Cards and EADs, and what their adoption will entail for permanent residents and EAD-holders going forward.

Provisions for Immigration Policy Changes in President Trump's March 6 Travel Order

In this post, I will examine President Trump's justification for the new Travel Order as stated in the text of the Order itself and, more generally, the provisions in the Travel Order for subsequent changes to the vetting of visa applicants and the immigration system.

Mother Sues School for Emotional Distress In Special Education Injury

Blog post about a mother who sued her child's school for forcibly restraining him with excessive force that caused him to receive a blow to the head that caused a serious injury.

School District For Student's Special Education Falls Outside Jurisdiction

Blog post about the laws regarding accommodations that must be met by the state to make sure that special education students receive a proper education.

Termination of Autism Paraprofessionals Violates Public Policy, Says Court

Blog post about a termination of autism paraprofessionals that was found to have been a violation of public policy.

Parent's Special Education Claim Fails By Ignoring Administrative Remedies

Blog post about parents who unsuccessfully sued the school board of their town after they failed to use the proper administrative remedies.

Private Academy Sues Parents For Unpaid Tuition

Blog post about a private school that sued parents seeking unpaid tuition payments that were not made after the student was withdrawn.

Eligible Student Denied Tuition Assistance For Past Expenses

Blog post about a student who sued to have the department of social services provide her with tuition assistance.

Private School Denies Transfer Student's Request to Participate in Athletics

Blog post about a transfer student who sued his new private school when he was denied an exception to their rule not allowing transfer students to participate in sports programs for a full year.

Freedom of Information Act Forces Private School to Disclose Financial Info

Blog post discussing the effects of the Freedom of Information Act on private schools.

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