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As we enter 2025, private schools may face new legal challenges. This edition of AALRR's PrivateEd Legal Chronicle previews some of the legal issues private schools should monitor in the new year. #PrivateSchools #LegalUpdates #SchoolChoice #DEI #NonCompete #EducationLaw #ImmigrationLaw #California

ALERT | Fifth Circuit Lifts the Nationwide Injunction on the Corporate Transparency Act BOI Reporting Requirements – FinCEN Extends Filing Deadline | 12.26.2024   On December 23, 2024, with the looming January 1, 2025, filing deadline just days away, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals lifted a nationwide injunction which had temporarily prohibited the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its implementing regulations (including the mandatory beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting rule). Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gFU9CQtf #AALRR #CTA #BOI

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recently reexamined California’s prohibition on Individualized Education Program (IEP) placements in religious schools.

AALRR is excited to announce that registration is now open for its 25th Annual Employment Law Conference on March 27, 2025 in Cerritos, California! This year’s theme, Power of the Past, Force of the Future, sets the stage for a full day of insightful learning and valuable networking opportunities. Attendees will benefit from: Multiple breakout sessions covering key updates and training on California and federal employment laws, insights into the latest legal trends impacting California employers, and best practices. Two engaging general sessions focused on talent management and economic trends. Reserve a spot today and gain an updated understanding of the latest developments shaping the future of employment law. Click the registration link below for more details! https://lnkd.in/gqDstKYa #AALRR #EmploymentLaw

ALERT | Ninth Circuit Extends the Requirement of Exhaustion of Due Process Complaints as a Prerequisite for Filing Lawsuits to Protection and Advocacy Organizations Alleging IDEA Violations | 12.17.2024 In the case of Hawai’i Disability Rights Center v. Kishimoto (9th Cir., Nov. 26, 2024, No. 20-17521), the Ninth Circuit recently reviewed a legal issue of whether the Hawai’i Disability Rights Center (“DRC”) must exhaust administrative procedures prior to filing a lawsuit. In Kishimoto, the factual dispute involved whether the Hawai’i Department of Education (“DOE”) and the Hawai’i Department of Human Services (“DHS”) violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (“Section 504”), the Medicaid Act, and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”) because of policies that denied students with autism access to medically prescribed applied behavior analysis (“ABA”) services during the school day. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/diQ-gTPp #AALRR #SpecialEducation #StudentServicesandDisabilities #ADA

As the year comes to a close, we’re reminded of the impact we can make together. In the spirit of gratitude and giving, we’ve created a short holiday message and made a meaningful contribution in your honor to the American Red Cross and the Campaign for College Opportunity.

As the year comes to a close, we’re reminded of the impact we can make together. In the spirit of gratitude and giving, we’ve created a short holiday message and made a meaningful contribution in your honor to the American Red Cross and the Campaign for College Opportunity.

ALERT | California’s State Water Project Continues Under New Incidental Take Permit and New Litigation | 12.12.2024   On November 4, 2024, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (“CDFW”) adopted Findings of Fact and issued Incidental Take Permit Number 2081-2023-054-00 to the Department of Water Resources (“DWR”) in connection with long-term operation of its State Water Project. The permit, which is in effect until 2034, allows for continued water diversion and storage, and operation of power plants and conveyance systems that make up the State Water Project, which provides a water supply to 27 million Californians. On November 27, 2024, certain environmental groups filed a lawsuit challenging DWR’s approval of the project and alleging violations of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), the California Endangered Species Act (“CESA”), and the public trust. On the same date, various Central Valley Project (“CVP”) water users that obtain water supplies through contracts with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (“Reclamation”) also filed suit under CEQA, alleging that DWR’s approval would negatively impact their contract supplies. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gbEQgsX7 #AALRR #CDFW #DWR #CEQA #CESA #CVP

The last SPEDTalk of 2024 is this FRIDAY - Don't miss out! https://lnkd.in/gmGqbnp6

Don't forget to register before the holiday break! 🎄 Benefits of Attending the Student Bullying Webinar Series:  Expert Insights: Gain knowledge from experienced attorneys Sara Young and Sundee Johnson  Comprehensive Analysis: To provide district administrators with knowledge of legal standards, best practices, and practical considerations. Interactive Q&A: Engage with Sara and Sundee to address your specific questions. Resource Access: Access to webinar materials and recordings. Click here for more information and to register: https://lnkd.in/g5bEVs8y #AALRR #Bullying #Education