By Elizabeth A. Morrow, Esq.

Learn the steps you can, should and must take to avoid liability when the actions of a student with disabilities pose a threat to others’ safety. This updated resource breaks down requirements of all the laws involved — IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, Gun-Free Schools Act and now the Every Student Succeeds Act — to guide you and your staff in crafting an appropriate, compliant response.

With explanations backed by case law examples — including 75 of the latest decisions — you get a firm grip on your responsibilities surrounding:

• Liability issues involving the use of restraint or seclusion, including ESSA’s impact
• When you can remove a student to an IAES without conducting a manifestation determination
• Under what circumstances you can disclose a student’s information to third parties
• And more!

This update also gives you new model forms and tools, plus the full text of relevant IDEA, 504 and FERPA regulations for quick reference.