Protecting the Rights of Disabled Students with Spodek Law Group
All students, including those with disabilities, have the right to pursue their education without barriers. However, disabled students may require supplemental accommodations to achieve their goals. Unfortunately, many schools fail to provide even the most basic accommodations, despite being required to do so by state and federal legislation. This is where Spodek Law Group comes in.
Experience You Can Trust
Led by Attorney Todd Spodek, Spodek Law Group has extensive experience in protecting the rights of disabled students nationwide. With a deep understanding of the law and a commitment to professionalism, Attorney Spodek and his team can handle any legal situation related to disability accommodations.
Disabled Student Rights in Michigan
In Michigan, disabled students are entitled to certain state and federal rights that require schools to provide reasonable accommodations. However, if the school fails to follow these regulations, students and their families can pursue the issue.
Disability Accommodations in Michigan
Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Michigan elementary and secondary schools must draft individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with qualifying disabilities. IEPs are evolving documents that outline the exact services, instruction, and support the child needs to succeed. At the college and post-graduate level, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 requires colleges and universities to offer reasonable accommodations to disabled students.
ADA Issues and Lawsuits in Michigan
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, and the Department of Education (DOE) oversees its enforcement. The DOE has expanded the rights of disabled students, including those with physical, neurological, and mental disabilities, as well as psychiatric conditions requiring medication. In Michigan, the DOJ has enforced the rights found in the ADA, including the use of service dogs by students with disabilities.
Michigan State Disability Laws
Michigan disability laws are based on the principles laid out in the ADA, with a commitment to providing accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations.
Disability as a Mitigating Factor in Michigan
Disabled students may face issues that hinder their ability to pursue education, such as difficulty attending classes or succeeding in exams due to unmet basic needs. In these cases, the student’s ability to progress through their program will be inhibited, and they may face disciplinary action. The fault should not lie with the student.
Disability Affecting Academic Progression Issues in Michigan
Disabled students face many obstacles in their path, and without reasonable accommodations, their academic progress will be hindered. If they are penalized for missing class or exams, it will be difficult to continue their education at the required pace.
Disability Affecting Misconduct Discipline in Michigan
Disabled students, especially those with neurological differences, may be misinterpreted as engaging in misconduct, leading to disciplinary action. If the disciplinary hearing is not accessible, it discriminates against the accused student, making it difficult for them to defend themselves.
Get Help from Spodek Law Group
Disabled students have the right to respect, accommodations, and legal protection. If your school fails to provide reasonable accommodations, Spodek Law Group can help. Attorney Todd Spodek is a skilled school disability advisor with a commitment to professionalism and a deep understanding of the law. Call 212-300-5196 today or schedule a consultation online to protect your rights.
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| Accommodation | Description |
|---|---|
| Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) | IEPs are written plans for students in elementary and secondary schools with qualifying disabilities. They outline the exact services, instruction, and support the child will need during the school year to succeed. |
| Reasonable accommodations | Colleges and universities must offer disabled students reasonable accommodations, which can include designated notetakers, lecture recordings, and accessible classroom layouts. |
| Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) | The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability and includes visible and invisible disabilities, including physical, neurological, and mental disabilities, as well as psychiatric conditions that require medication. |
| Michigan disability laws | Michigan disability laws are based on the principles of the ADA and ensure that disabled individuals have access to accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations. |
Call Spodek Law Group Today to Protect Your Rights
Disabled students face enough challenges without having to fight for their right to accommodations. If your school has failed to recognize your disability or provide you with the accommodations you need to achieve your goals, Attorney Todd Spodek and Spodek Law Group can help. With a commitment to professionalism, a deep understanding of the law, and experience protecting the rights of disabled students nationwide, they will fight for your rights and ensure you get the accommodations you need. Call 212-300-5196 today or schedule a consultation online to protect your future.