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Smith V. Robinson
Tommy Smith was a student that had cerebral palsy. He was placed in a school district that supported his special needs but later on he was moved else where. Therefore his public education terminated. This was a violation of EHA (Education for ALL Handicapped Children Act). The Supreme Court ruled against them in turn the Congress passed a law to collect attorney fees upon winning & parents were allowed to file a case under EHA 504.
(http://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-supreme-court/468/992.html) -
Doe V. Withers
John Doe, 16 (name changed to protect family) V. Withers was one of the first special education jury trials. It involved compensation of $15,000 to the student. The teacher refused to accommodate J.D's learning disability that was clearly stated on his IEP. A substitute teacher implemented oral reading of tests and the student’s grades improved dramatically. This case further implemented that their are consequences of not following the laws.
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Schaffer V. Weast
Brian Schaffer was diagnosed with a learning disability in 8th grade. His parents strongly disagreed with the IEP that was given to him by several schools.The district court awarded full reimbursement to the parents for private school while this was settled.This case opened the door for parents with children that had special needs and were not given adequate education in the correct setting. She made it clear that IDEA exists.
(http://www.wrightslaw.com/law/caselaw/04/4th.schaffer.weast.md.htm)
