What It Means: Gov. Hochul’s Proposal Would Ban Smartphones on School Grounds
As New York Gov. Kathy Hochul continues to lay out proposals in her Fiscal Year 2026 budget, she recently announced a proposal to reduce what Governor calls “distracted…
Special Education Transition Planning: What Is it and Why Is it Important?
As students with disabilities shift from high school to higher education or employment, the Committee on Special Education (CSE) is charged with developing what’s called a…
When Is the Right Time to Hire an Education Attorney?
Parents and students in New York state are often in disputes with school districts and colleges. Such disputes, most of the time, should and could be easily rectified. However,…
Know Your Rights: A Guide for Parents When Your Child Faces School Discipline in New York State
As a parent, it can be incredibly distressing to hear that your child is in trouble, especially when they are facing disciplinary action for something that took place at school.…
U.S. Department of Education Releases New Updates to Title IX in Final Rule
The U.S. Department of Education has recently released significant updates to Title IX in its final rule, a milestone in sex-based discrimination regulations. This comprehensive…
When Do I Need a Special Education Lawyer?
Ensuring access to necessary services and accommodations for parents and guardians striving to secure the best possible education for their children with disabilities often…
Legal Considerations for Developing an Effective Individualized Education Program (IEP)
When developing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for a student, there are many legal considerations that must be accounted for to ensure that the IEP is effective. The…
Who is Required to Participate in an Individualized Education Program (“IEP”) Meeting?
4An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is the cornerstone of what services and goals are to be provided to a student with a disability. IEPs are a living and breathing…
Does Title IX Only Cover Sex Discrimination in College Athletics?
Contrary to the popularly held assumption in the title, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 applies to all aspects of education for any educational institution that…
How to Defend Against Title IX Sexual Misconduct Charges in New York
Title IX charges are pursued aggressively by colleges and universities across the country. A Title IX allegation has the potential to ruin a student’s academic future and should…