Nathan Soowal, P.A. Legal Blog
Resolutions when an IEP isn’t followed
It’s no secret that your child’s IEP is essential to their educational success. In Florida, schools, teachers, and administrators are required by law to follow your child’s IEP. However, not everything always goes according to plan. After hours of carefully crafting...
Dealing with false accusations in Florida
False accusation is one of the worst things that can happen to you in Florida. This is because even if the judge finds you innocent, that accusation can have a lasting impact on your reputation, business, or career. If you are a victim, here's how you can deal with a...
How do you obtain a 504 plan in Florida?
Schools that receive federal funding for programs and activities must provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. With a 504 plan, you list what accommodations your student needs. However, to obtain a 504 plan, you'll need to work with a...
Facts about individualized education programs in Florida
In the U.S. public education system, there are education laws and legal documents in place to protect the education rights of students with disabilities. One of these education laws is the IEP, or Individualized Education Program. What does the Individualized...
When teachers do not follow an IEP
Children in Florida who have an individualized education program, or IEP, rely on their teachers to be their advocates as well as their partners in ensuring that their education goes according to the plan. However, teachers sometimes do not follow the IEP, which needs...