Bullying in Schools
October 2020 The MLO Minute: By, Michael Connolly, Esq., Supervising Partner of Special Education If you have watched the nightly news or read the newspaper over the past few years,…
Voting Process is Now More Accessible!
October 2020 The MLO Minute: By Kim Caputo, Esq. Many voters are ready and eager to participate in the November election. Voting, like many critical adult activities, can and should…
This Week is Mental Illness Awareness Week!
October 2020 The MLO Minute: By, Allyson McAndrews, M.Ed. The first full week of October is Mental Illness Awareness Week! The U.S. Congress established Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) in…
11th Annual National Week of Action Against School Pushout
October 2020 The MLO Minute: By Nancy Potter, Esq. October 3rd and running through October 11th, is the Dignity in Schools Campaign‘s 11th National Week of Action Against School Push…
Innovation and Determination Guide: Our Representation in the Current Pandemic
September 2020 The MLO Minute: By, Katie Ryan, Michael Connolly, Lesley Mehalick, and Dennis McAndrews These have been difficult times for everyone. The challenges faced by families, individuals, businesses, school…
Estate Planning for Pets
September 2020 The MLO Minute: By, Jennifer Simons, Esq. The Covid-19 health crisis has resulted in an increased demand for estate planning. The fear of contracting the virus and becoming…
Transition Services Must Continue During Pandemic Says USDOE
September 2020 The MLO Minute: By, Dennis McAndrews, Esq. On August 31, the United States Department of Education issued a policy statement on special education transition planning to all public…
IEP Development/Modifications as School Approaches During COVID–19: Issues to Consider and Traps to Avoid
The Special Education Department at McAndrews, Mehalick, Connolly, Hulse and Ryan P.C. continues to present “Special Education and COVID-19: A Free Virtual Seminar Series” in the upcoming weeks to assist…
Changes to the Probate Process During the Pandemic
September 2020 The MLO Minute: By, Jessica Wilson, Esq. Dealing with the death of a loved one is always an extremely challenging time, and even more so during the current…
Compensatory Education Issues During, Before, and After the Pandemic: Effective Advocacy and Avoiding Missteps
The Special Education Department at McAndrews, Mehalick, Connolly, Hulse and Ryan P.C. continues to present “Special Education and COVID-19: A Free Virtual Seminar Series” in the upcoming weeks to assist…