Walking the Line Between Compliant Response and Advocacy-Based Retaliation
This legal and practical guide is a must-have for understanding what constitutes retaliation under Section 504 against those who advocate for students with disabilities. Real-life cases illustrate common missteps by districts and staff, and hypothetical scenarios teach staff how to avoid actions that often lead to retaliation claims.
You also get practical tips that equip staff to:
- Recognize the differences between addressing disruptive behavior by a student, parent, or advocate and taking retaliatory action against them
- Approach student disciplinary problems without raising retaliation concerns
- Foster a positive environment for teachers and other staff to raise their concerns
- And more
Plus, 3 charts walk you through elements of a retaliation claim, criteria of a viable retaliation claim, and Section 504/ADA money damages after the Supreme Court’s Perez decision.