Parents of Disabled Child Win Ruling - washingtonpost.com: The Supreme Court ruled yesterday that parents of disabled children do not have to hire lawyers to sue school districts when they attempt to ensure that their children's special needs are adequately met.
The court found that the federal Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which guarantees children a 'free appropriate public education,' gives rights to parents as well. Parents may represent themselves in federal court when disputes arise between them and a school district over what is best for the child, the court held.
