Legal Articles, General Practice

Connecticut State Attorney Confirms Residential Coverage for Special Ed Students

Blog post on the recent opinion of the state attorney general that school boards must pay for residential costs of special education students.

Darien Schools Amend Special Education Violations With New Development Program

Article on the Darien school district's new measures to improve special education in their schools.

Connecticut School District Responsible for Detainee's Special Education

Blog post on the rights of detained children to receive an education.

The U.S. Dept. of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR): An Overview

Blog post giving an overview of the Office of Civil RIghts at the Department of Education.

OCR Complaints and Due Process: What You Need to Know

Blog post on the process of bringing a claim under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

A Look at the Court's Role for IDEA and Mental Health Needs

Blog post on the topic of the state court's role in special education.

Suicidal Student Denied Appropriate Education, Says Mother

Short article on a case where a mother claimed her suicidal teen child was entitled to special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Individualized Education: How to Get Your Child the Education They Need

Blog post on the importance of individualized programs for special education students.

Connecticut Laws On Medical Malpractice

Overview of Connecticut's laws on medical malpractice.

New Connecticut Law Covers Excess Costs for Newtown Schools

Blog post on a new law passed in Connecticut funding some expenses for the Newtown school district.

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