Law Offices of Adam Dayan, PLLC

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does it mean for a child to have special needs?

How do I know if my child has special needs?

What is the difference between public and private testing?

What does special education mean?

What should I expect from my child’s upcoming IEP meeting?

Am I obligated to sign anything at the IEP meeting?

What if I disagree with the information in the IEP?

What does a special education attorney do?

How do I determine if I need to hire an attorney?

What is an impartial hearing?

When does it become necessary to have an impartial hearing?

Who is eligible for tuition reimbursement?

What if I find a private school that can do a better job teaching my child than the public school can?

Is my child entitled to related services?

If I am appealing a decision, what happens to my child during the interim?

Will I win my case?

How long does this whole process take?

Do I have to go through this process every year?

Is there a time limit regarding how long I have to sue the school district?

What happens when my child becomes an adult?