Bullying a student with a disability can the basis for a denial of a free and appropriate education (FAPE) claim under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). However, three factors must be present: 1)... read more
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NY Department of Education issues letter to Local Educational Agencies
Posted on August 25, 2016“On August 1, 2016 the New York State Department of Education issued a letter providing direction to the Local Educational Agencies (school districts). In the case of a child whose behavior impedes the child’s learning or... read more
Austin Education Office: Killeen District Special Education Audit
Posted on March 11, 2016The Killeen Independent School District (“KISD”) has released a special education audit completed by Gibson Consulting. The audit was discussed at the KISD Board meeting on Monday, March 7, 2016. The Cuddy Law Firm, PLLC... read more
Attorney Adrienne Arkontaky Featured in Pace Law’s February 2016 Alumni Highlight
Posted on March 1, 2016In February 2016, The Cuddy Law Firm’s Vice President and Managing Attorney Adrienne Arkontaky was Pace Law’s Alumni Highlight. Adrienne graduated from Pace Law School in 2003 and now her practice area is a focus... read more
Reflections on Sandy Hook
Posted on December 22, 2014In this season of celebration, we at Cuddy pause to reflect upon the tragic events that took place at Sandy Hook Elementary School two years ago. To read the State of Connecticut’s recently released report,... read more
Important Decision: Least Restrictive Environment Applies to Extended Year Services
Posted on July 24, 2014The Second Circuit decided an important case this spring regarding whether the “Least Restrictive Environment” standard extends to Extended School Year Services (ESY).” In T.M. v. Cornwall Central School District, the district’s Committee on Special... read more
Helping Those Affected by Hurricane Sandy
Posted on January 5, 2013Hurricane Sandy devastated many areas in New York City including Brooklyn, NY. As part of The Cuddy Law Firm’s ongoing community service efforts, we organized a gift drive for students with disabilities at P.S. 77K.... read more