Special education rights attorney, Jennifer Chang, has been included in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2023 “Leaders of Influence: Minority Attorneys” list. The Journal’s January 2023 custom publication profiles her work, accomplishments, and the successes she has achieved. Los Angeles Business Journal A richly diverse professional landscape, Los Angeles is home to a multitude of … Read More
On December 20, 2022, the 9th Circuit ruled in favor of a student with special needs to be educated in the general education setting along with his non-disabled peers. “This is a huge victory for the student’s side as many IEP students are pushed out of gen-ed for the very reason ‘they can’t do the … Read More
Special education rights attorney Jennifer Chang was interviewed by Authority Magazine for their series, “The 5 Things You Need To Become A Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field of Law.” The article highlights Jennifer’s path to success in her specific field of law, special education rights, and the resilience and fortitude she developed as she … Read More
On September 27, 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into effect Senate Bill 1016, which will require the state to include “fetal alcohol spectrum disorder” (FASD) in the definition of “other health impairment” when determining eligibility for special education and related services. Existing CA Board of Education regulations state that “a child who is assessed … Read More
Special education aides are essential to the academic learning path of students with disabilities who require one-on-one assistance during their school day. Trained to administer the goals and objectives of a student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP), these aides offer an invaluable service to the school community. Across the nation, shortages of professionals in education are … Read More
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights published a list of new resources to help districts and schools support students with disabilities and avoid discriminatory use of discipline. In the school setting, manifesting disabilities are often overlooked as an underlying cause for behavior problems, leading to discrimination in the absence of student advocacy. … Read More
Children all over the U.S. are sent to school with the trust and confidence that they will receive a quality education with the appropriate services for their needs. Taxpayers also expect their dollars to be allocated and spent to benefit specific areas of public service, including public education. The leadership of one California school district … Read More
Social media platforms have evolved into information-sharing highways that can offer seemingly open access to free information. For many parents navigating difficult education rights situations, the information and empathy gained online can provide relief. Social media provides a sense of community to parents, however, there are many precautions to take into consideration when joining online … Read More
Despite the many legal advancements over the last several decades to protect individuals with disabilities, discrimination remains a concern for many when navigating a world that doesn’t always accept differences. Discrimination can perpetuate many forms of emotional and social distress, but at what point does the law recognize emotional damages as it relates to individuals … Read More
California special education attorney Jennifer Chang has been named to the 2022 Super Lawyers® Rising Stars List. Super Lawyers is a Thomson Reuters rating service that identifies a select number of outstanding attorneys in each state as identified by their peers. The selection process for Rising Stars consists of several steps including a statewide survey … Read More
