Understanding Access to Education for Students with Disabilities

Children with Special Needs, Individualized Education Plan, Section 504, Special Education, Special Education Law

Access to education is a fundamental right that students with disabilities and their families have to advocate for every day. When a public education program fails to provide services required under law, administrative or legal action is often necessary to ensure a student receives the services and resources they need to be successful in school. … Read More

Jennifer Chang Recognized by Los Angeles Business Journal

Awards, Press, Special Education

California education rights attorney Jennifer Chang has been selected by the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2024 Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s honoree and is profiled in their December issue. This recognition, published on December 30, 2024, celebrates Jennifer’s vital role in the Los Angeles community. She provides important legal support and guidance for … Read More

How School Communities Can Support Disability Awareness

Accommodations, Children with Special Needs, Equal Opportunity, Inclusion, Learning Disability, Special Education, Special Education Law

Empowering students with disabilities begins with prioritizing an inclusive school environment that recognizes and appreciates others’ differences. When school culture takes a back seat to test scores, finances, and bureaucracy, all students lose opportunities for learning and growth. Jennifer Chang is an award-winning Education Rights Attorney who works with families to help protect the rights … Read More

Does My Child Qualify for a 504 Plan?

Children with Special Needs, Section 504, Special Education, Special Education Law

As a parent, ensuring your child has access to the best possible tools for education is essential for their success as learners. However, for students with disabilities or medical conditions, the traditional classroom settings can present significant barriers to learning, requiring assistance through accommodations provided by a 504 Plan. Schools are required to comply with … Read More