Common Mistakes Parents Make in Special Education Meetings and How to Avoid Them

The Tides of Change: Starbucks Workers and the Rising Wave of Unionization

Aug 14, 2023
Legal Updates

As of June 2023, over 8,000 workers at over 331 Starbucks stores in at least 40 states have voted to unionize. Starting from a single store in Buffalo, New York, the movement has sparked a wave of unionization efforts, with strikes being staged at over 190 locations.

The Role of School Psychologists in Special Education Law

Aug 07, 2023
Special Education

Explore the crucial role of school psychologists in special education law with this comprehensive blog post. Learn about their responsibilities in assessments, legal compliance, crisis intervention, and advocacy.

"Cat's Paw": The Forgotten Liability

Aug 01, 2023
Employment Discrimination

In the world of employment law, there are many interesting concepts and legal theories. One such concept is "the cat's paw" theory of liability. If you're wondering what cats have to do with employment discrimination cases, you're not alone. In today's blog post, we explore what the "cat's paw" theory is, how it's applied in the context of employment discrimination, and why it's essential for both employers and employees to understand.

Neurodiversity in the Workplace: A Spectrum of Potential

Jul 27, 2023
Americans with Disabilities Act

In an ever-evolving professional landscape, one concept that is gaining significant traction is 'neurodiversity'. Neurodiversity simply means there is a range, or diversity, of ways in which human brains function, think, learn, and relate to others. It's a recognition that we all function in different ways. These variations are not just normal but advantageous! Today's post explores neurodiversity in the workplace, the benefits it brings to organizations, and how the law, specifically the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), protects neurodiverse individuals.

Understanding AI in the Workplace: How it Affects You and Your Rights

Jul 19, 2023
Artificial Intelligence

AI programs are like sponges – they soak up information and learn from it. But if they learn from biased data, the AI can also become biased.

Remote Work and the ADA: A New Horizon for Workplace Accommodations

Jul 14, 2023
Americans with Disabilities Act

In the past, people often thought of ADA accommodations as physical changes, like adding a ramp for someone who uses a wheelchair. But as more of us work from home, some people are starting to wonder if working remotely might be a reasonable accommodation too.

New Developments in Iowa's Abortion Legislation: An In-Depth Look

Jul 11, 2023
Legal Updates

Bridging the Gap: Preparing Your Child for Life After School

Jul 03, 2023
Special Education

Delve into the essential topic of transition services in special education. Learn about key components like educational training, life skills, and career counseling. Ideal for parents, educators, and caregivers who want to prepare students with disabilities for life after high school.

Juneteenth 2023: Lessons and Hope for A Brighter Future

Jun 15, 2023

In 2021, President Joe Biden signed an act into law making Juneteenth the eleventh federal holiday. This event marked a significant shift in our nation's consciousness towards understanding and acknowledging our past. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, a monumental event in our nation's history. This newly recognized federal holiday gives us all a moment to pause, reflect, and honor those who suffered through one of the darkest periods of American history.

Learning from Recent AI Missteps

Jun 07, 2023
Artificial Intelligence

Steven Schwartz, a lawyer at the law firm Levidow, Levidow & Oberman, relied on ChatGPT to help draft a court brief for a personal injury case. In the process, the AI model created six non-existent court decisions, which Schwartz, unaware of the potential for error in AI-produced content, unwittingly included in his brief.