Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in New York
Public education in New York State
My 10 year old daughter had a
difficult
school year with a bully in her class.
She complained as did I but nothing
was done. In June the boy twisted
her arm sending her to the hospital.
Still nothing done. I just got the new
class list for fall 2008 and the boy is
in her class. I spoke to the Principal
and Supt who received a copy of a
police incident report and Emergency
room report and I asked for my child
to be placed in another class for the
fall but they wont grant any changes
because in the past so many parents
requested changes, even though my
cause is real and serious. I need a
letter from a Lawyer asking for my
child to be safe in her class and in her
school district Hastings on Hudson NY
Please email me Thanks
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Public education in New York State
Your situation brings up a couple of things to consider. A letter from an attorney can definitely encourage the principal and the school to act. However, they may still refuse to transfer your daughter. You should also consider that the June incident with your daughter may allow you to bring a lawsuit against the school on her behalf for failing to protect her from the bully.
Our firm has written letters on behalf of our clients in the past, for a reasonable price. You may contact us directly for a consultation.
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