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ADA and 504 – When is an Individual with a Learning Disability Protected by These Laws?

Written by the Learning Rights Law Center and Dentons US LLP  Note: The answers below are interpretations of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended by the ADA…

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Protecting Students with Disabilities: FAQs about Section 504 and the Education of Children with Disabilities

What is Section 504? Section 504 is a federal law designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive Federal financial assistance from the…

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Power of Attorney – Do You Need One?

Adults with learning disabilities are often legally competent to handle their own day-to-day affairs. However, a person with a disability may wish to have some assistance from a parent, sibling,…

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