Edited by Julie J. Kline, Esq.

There’s no denying it ... IDEA compliance is a challenge, with a statute and implementing regulations that are complicated and hard to follow. From child find to IEPs ... placement to transition ... evaluations to due process, this tip-filled guide gives you 101 ways to comply, focusing on the 14 IDEA topics that form the basis of much litigation.

For each topic, a brief overview and summary of the controlling law set the stage for concise compliance strategies -- with bulleted lists clearly setting forth appropriate steps so you know what actions to take. Avoid mistakes that lead to disputes and costly litigation with tips to:

• Recognize when evaluation may be warranted, despite interventions
• Share IEE criteria with parents and special education staff
• Cope with the breakdown of assistive technology devices
• Facilitate parents' participation in site visits to help avoid a placement dispute
• And more!