Wrightslaw.com has released a news alert, since I believe in the importance of this alert, I am posting it to Autism News Direct immediately.

On March 10, we sent an Alert about a new decision in Jarron Draper’s cases against the Atlanta Independent School District. (see background of case)

Within the last two weeks, there have been more important new developments in the case.

Violation of Civil Rights

In a companion case, Jarron Draper and his family are seeking damages for harassment and retaliation under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Two weeks ago, the U. S. District Court of Georgia issued a decision in the civil rights companion case (Draper II).

This Alert describes the Court’s findings about harassment and retaliation under Section 504 and how they apply to Jarron’s case.

Wyner and Tiffany, lead counsel for Jarron and his family, explain that the District Court’s analysis includes important guidance for plaintiffs who file for due process for a denial of a free appropriate public education (FAPE) under IDEA, but who believe they may also have civil rights claims under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

The alert goes on to provide much more detail and can be viewed in its entirety here: Alert! Civil Rights Case: Discrimination and Retaliation

The following press release comes from Jessica Kingsley Publishers

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The book begins with an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) and how they are diagnosed, and goes on to identify the different types of autism and to describe relevant medical interventions. The author also provides an outline of recent research to enable parents and professionals to gain an understanding of the various factors that may contribute to the development of ASDs, as well as the latest available treatment options.
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