Freeman Law Offices, LLC Blog

• New Law Strengthens Protections for Adults with Disabilities
  May 3, 2018
  On May 1, 2018, the Stephen Komninos’ Law (P.L. 2017, c. 238) took effect. The law was enacted to strengthen protections for adults with developmental ...
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• Top 10 Most Overlooked Legal Entitlements When Advocating For Your Child
  Aug 3, 2017
  1) FAPE: District's have an obligation to develop an IEP that addresses the student's individualized needs. Districts will often try to deny services ...
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• Insurance Coverage for Mental Health Treatment and ABA Therapy Cannot Be Denied during Appeals Process
  Jul 10, 2017
  The ACA And New Jersey Regulations Prohibit Insurers From Denying Coverage For Continuing Care During Appeals Over Your Child’s ABA Therapy And ...
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• ARE ESL STUDENTS FALLING THROUGH THE CRACKS?
  Jun 5, 2017
  In an environment of tight budgets and limited state aid, school districts have been making the difficult decision to declassify English as a Second ...
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• Consider the Future of Your Child with Special Needs As Part of Your Divorce
  May 30, 2017
  When parents divorce, the couple must resolve certain issues regarding the future of their children. These include but are not limited to custody ...
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• Preparing for your IEP Meeting
  May 17, 2017
  It is time to review your child's progress over the school year and determine whether his or her IEP is appropriate. In doing so, I suggest that you ...
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• Will an Extended School Year or Extended School Day Benefit Your Child?
  May 2, 2017
  Some students require additional instruction beyond the typical school day or typical school year to make meaningful progress towards their IEP goals. ...
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• "Stay Put" in Special Education
  Apr 27, 2017
  Prior to changing any student's education program, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act ("IDEA") requires that the district provide parents ...
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