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Supreme Court announces decision lowering standard of proof for student discrimination lawsuits
On June 12, the Supreme Court announced an opinion overturning an 8th Circuit decision that held students bringing discrimination claims to a higher standard than non-students.
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ABA publishes article on ERC's innovative model for advocating for juvenile education rights
Children in the juvenile court system often struggle educationally ... This article describes a groundbreaking "limited-representation education counsel" model pioneered by ERC.
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Bill allowing lawsuits after child sex assaults at school could be narrowed
The ongoing legislative fight to allow lawsuits against Nebraska schools for alleged negligence in cases of child sexual assault faces a tough road in 2025 ...
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88th Annual Conference - National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
Lauren Micek Vargas and Liz McClelland will present on The Intersection of Juvenile Law and Education Law.
July 20-23, 2025
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Down Syndrome Education Series
Lauren Micek Vargas will speak on the topic of IEPs.
August 19, 2025
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Raise the Bar 2025
An ERC friendraiser - details coming soon!
August 27, 2025
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An Evening in the Cloud Room 2025
Join us for ERC's annual event. Ticket information coming soon!
November 13, 2025