Father’s Day is a day traditionally devoted to honoring fathers. Over the decades, the role of fathers has changed. Today’s fathers are typically actively involved in the rearing of their children. As such, fathers are often faced with balancing their child rearing obligations with the responsibilities of their job. Both federal and state laws, which bar discrimination based on gender, can help … [Read more...] about As Father’s Day Approaches, Important to Remember Employment Laws Protect Fathers, Too
Third Circuit Court of Appeals Reminds Schools of the Power of the Ten Day Offer in Special Education Disputes, But With a Catch
Recently the Third Circuit Court of Appeals reminded school entities of the value of the Ten Day Offer in special education disputes, but found for the first time that such offers must include an offer of attorney’s fees. Under the IDEA, the Ten Day Offer rule provides that if a school entity makes a settlement offer in writing more than ten days prior to a due process hearing, but the parents … [Read more...] about Third Circuit Court of Appeals Reminds Schools of the Power of the Ten Day Offer in Special Education Disputes, But With a Catch
Department of Education Clarifies Whether Photos or Videos are Records Under FERPA
This past April, the United States Department of Education provided clarification as to when a video or photo constitutes an education record under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA.) In its informal guidance, the Department noted that photos or videos should be reviewed on the same basis as any other record to determine (1) if it directly related to the student in question and … [Read more...] about Department of Education Clarifies Whether Photos or Videos are Records Under FERPA
Smart Reasons to Protect Your Genetic Material With Good Estate Planning Documents
Taking the time to consider your estate plan can sometimes be a daunting and emotional task. If you have cryogenically-preserved eggs, sperm, embryos, or similar genetic material, the estate planning process can be complicated, but all the more necessary. Nevertheless, there are some basic things to consider when coming up with an appropriate estate plan. First, consider what documents you may … [Read more...] about Smart Reasons to Protect Your Genetic Material With Good Estate Planning Documents
KingSpry Attorney Kristine Roddick Presents at 2018 PASA Womens’ Caucus
KingSpry attorney Kristine Roddick will present at the Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators (PASA) Womens' Caucus on May 8th at the Hotel Hershey in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Ms. Roddick is Managing Partner partner of the firm and chair of KingSpry’s Special Education Law Practice Group. Ms. Roddick is a frequent lecturer in the education field, speaking on a variety of issues facing … [Read more...] about KingSpry Attorney Kristine Roddick Presents at 2018 PASA Womens’ Caucus
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Finds that Non-Economic Damages are an Available Remedy Under Pennsylvania’s Whistleblower Law
For the first time, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that non-economic damages, such as for “embarrassment, humiliation, loss of reputation and mental anguish”, are an available form of relief under the Pennsylvania’s Whistleblower Law. The Whistleblower’s Law protects employees of state and local government entities in Pennsylvania from termination or other adverse employment actions when … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Supreme Court Finds that Non-Economic Damages are an Available Remedy Under Pennsylvania’s Whistleblower Law
