Experience the unparalleled expertise of our specialized and court-qualified special education expert witness services at School Liability Expert Group. We understand that in special education, schools must adhere to a professional standard of care. Failure to do so can result in educational institutions liable for negligence. This standard is applicable at every stage of the special education process, from the initial student evaluation to the ongoing programming by a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). Our education experts, with their extensive experience and qualifications, are well-equipped to assist in various capacities: providing witness services to both defense and plaintiff attorneys, offering consultations to parents, and conducting school reviews to provide recommendations for enhancement. Our court-qualified special education expert witnesses are adept at delivering attorneys with expert reports, expert testimony, and expert consultations.
At School Liability Expert Group, we recognize and value the crucial role of parents in the special education journey. For students to be eligible for special education services, they must be identified for evaluation through “Child Find” activities, referrals, or parental requests. We firmly believe in the power of parents’ involvement in their child’s education. Parents’ consent is always sought before official evaluations are conducted. These comprehensive evaluations explore all potential avenues to determine eligibility for special education services. Once a student is deemed eligible for special education programming, the school has a thirty-day window to prepare an IEP outlining the disability accommodations they will receive. Occasionally, parents may have reservations about the IEP and student placement. In such instances, seeking the guidance of a special education expert can provide clarity on the next steps, such as mediation or a due process hearing, empowering parents to make well-informed decisions.
School Liability Expert Group is here to support you. We can review student records, assess current and potential school placement, and evaluate program quality at a parent’s request. For schools, our experts are ready to conduct a holistic review of program quality and special education compliance, complete with recommendations for smoother, compliant, and more effective operations. With highly diversified experience, our team is uniquely poised to tackle these complex issues. Contact us today to schedule a call with a special education expert witness, and let us guide you through the process.