Education Law Michigan
How to Obtain a Non-Domestic Personal Protection Order (PPO) for Cyberstalking in Michigan
Protecting Yourself from Cyberstalking in MichiganIn the digital age, harassment is no longer limited to physical stalking. Cyberstalking-the use of the internet, email, social me...
How to Force a Michigan School District to Pay for an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)
Evaluations are the foundation of any special education program. They determine eligibility, placement, and the specific services your child receives. However, parents often find t...
Timelines and Legal Costs for Securing an IEP or 504 Plan in Michigan Public Schools
Navigating the special education system in Michigan can feel overwhelming for parents trying to secure the right support for their child. Whether you live in Detroit, Grand Rapids,...
Can Michigan Public Schools Punish Students for Off-Campus Social Media Posts?
In the digital age, the line between school and personal life is heavily blurred. Many students in Michigan face suspension or expulsion for venting on Snapchat, posting political...
Michigan Revenge Porn Laws: How to Sue for Non-Consensual Image Sharing (MCL 750.145e)
Fighting Back Against Non-Consensual Image Sharing in MichiganThe unauthorized sharing of explicit photos or videos, commonly referred to as revenge porn, is a devastating violati...
Suing a Michigan School District for Failing to Stop Bullying: A Parent's Guide to Civil Liability
Understanding School Liability for Bullying in MichiganSending your child to school should not mean sending them into a hostile and dangerous environment. Unfortunately, many stud...
Defending Against Mandatory Weapons Expulsions Under Michigan Law (MCL 380.1311)
Understanding Mandatory Expulsion Laws in MichiganFacing a potential school expulsion for a weapons violation is a serious matter for any family in Michigan. Under Mich. Comp. Law...
Filing a Due Process Complaint for Denial of FAPE in Michigan
When a public school in Michigan fails to provide a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) to a student with a disability, parents have the legal right to challenge the district...
How to Navigate a Michigan Public School Board Expulsion Hearing: A Parent's Guide
Protecting Your Child's Due Process Rights in MichiganReceiving notice that a child faces expulsion from a Michigan public school is an urgent legal matter. However, expulsion is...
Censorship of Student Newspapers and Yearbooks in Michigan High Schools
Student journalists in Michigan frequently tackle tough subjects, from local politics to school funding issues. Unfortunately, when high school reporters dig too deep, principals o...
Manifestation Determination Reviews (MDR): Stopping Expulsions for Special Education Students in Michigan
Protecting Special Education Students from Illegal ExpulsionsWhen a student in Michigan faces a suspension of more than 10 consecutive school days (or a pattern of shorter suspens...
Student Protest Rights in Michigan: Walkouts, Sit-ins, and On-Campus Demonstrations
When students in Michigan feel passionate about gun control, climate change, or local political issues, they often turn to on-campus protests. Many school administrators attempt to...