Case Result

Special Education

2020
Trial Verdict
Newton, MA

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Case Details

Parent of a seventh-grade student with Autism Spectrum Disorder and emotional disabilities prevailed, proving the district's language learning disability program was inappropriate. Ordered reimbursement for private school tuition and transportation, and prospective funding for placement at Summit Academy.

Additional Notes

The hearing officer found the district's program inadequate due to lack of appropriate peer group and ABA principles, crediting the parent's expert's extensive involvement with the student.

Newton, MA
3.00 rating (6 reviews)
20 attorneys
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