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Education Law

This has been quite a year for medealing w/ Riv Unif Sch Dist My son was suspended (for a fight-no weapons involved) pending an expulsion hearing in March,06. Going through the process I have discovered the RUSD neglected to inform us of certain rights. I was told ''well, it just muddies the waters'' when I asked about our supoena rights (which we were not informed of) Needless to say, with NO ONE from the other side of the case showing up at hearing - my son was given a suspended expulsion with a list of terms including 160 hrs of comm service (he's 14). I have since tried to have the case revisited by contacting each member on school board - 2 said they were willing the other 3 said they are not. I also tried Dr. Hendricks who hung up on me when asked specifically about the information not given. I tried to file an appeal with the County Off of Ed but it took the school dist 18 days to mail the decision-I was told that I was out of the timeframe (note that the Co office said this is typical of the RUSD). I have continued to pursue this & found in speaking w/ lawyer referral services and others including District employees I definitely have a case looking for help the atty's I have spoke with require huge retainers. Gretchen


Asked on 9/28/06, 3:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Education Law

'Huge retainers' are the rule, designed to cover the time expected to be spent. What you are seeking will require a substantial amount of time, with no guarantee of outcome that you will be satisfied with. Dealing after the fact with discipline hearings and appeals is an uphill battle, at best. If you are willing to proceed on that basis, feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 9/28/06, 6:27 pm


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