by AAoM Staff | Jun 4, 2018 | Ask An Attorney
Question: I understand that last August the State Legislature made some changes to the expulsion/suspension rules that are applicable to all public school students. Yes they did just in time for the 2017-2018 school year. Prior to that Michigan had one of the most...
by AAoM Staff | Jul 22, 2016 | Ask An Attorney
My Child’s Physician Has Diagnosed My Child with Autism – Now What? 22 July, 2016 Autism Ask The Attorney Diagnoses First, all local public school districts have an “affirmative duty” to locate and then evaluate for eligibility all student’s with a disability....
by AAoM Staff | Apr 19, 2016 | Ask An Attorney
Question: I am 18 years old and on the autism spectrum. With the help of curriculum modifications and accommodations provided to me under IDEA and §504 in high school, this June I will graduate with a regular diploma. Right now I am not sure if I want to enroll in a...
by AAoM Staff | Mar 29, 2016 | Ask An Attorney
Question: Our son has autism. Recently we attempted to obtain a life insurance policy for him. The application was rejected based on the autism diagnosis. What can I do? Response provided by AAoM Legal Consultant John Brower, Attorney Parents desire to buy insurance...
by AAoM Staff | Jan 22, 2016 | Ask An Attorney
Question: Twice each week I take my school aged child to ABA therapy during school hours. I now have received a notice from the ISD Truancy Officer demanding I come into the school to “discuss” my child’s absences in what she claims is a violation of the Michigan...
by AAoM Staff | Jan 13, 2016 | Ask An Attorney
Question: Our physician recently told us that our 2 year old child is “on the autism spectrum”. What federal and Michigan laws do we need to be aware of as we advocate for our child? Answer provided by Autism Alliance of Michigan’s Legal Consultant John Brower...
