Teacher Aide Assaults On Special Needs Students Remain A Serious Issue

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While every child faces fears and experiences anxiety that they must overcome as they mature, children on the autism spectrum and others with special needs can find the world on a daily basis to be a confusing, threatening, and chaotic place. This heightens the fears and anxieties special needs children perceive and requires a nurturing, compassionate response from those entrusted with their care.Schools with special needs students must train their staff specifically on the issues and challenges special needs students face, and supervise staff to ensure they are interacting with students in an appropriate and professional manner.

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Are Hoverboards Falsely Touted As Safe And Easy To Ride?

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Gary from Berkley writes: “I bought one of the popular hoverboards for my teenage son for Christmas. The first time my son used the hoverboard he rode in our house from the hallway to the living room. He went flying from the hoverboard and crashed into our coffee table after he encountered a small rise in the floor due to the living room rug. I thought hoverboards were safe and easy to ride even by teens. I feel misrepresented to. What are my legal rights?”

Gary, you were one of countless parents that recently bought a hoverboard for their children. The motorized, two-wheeled, self-balancing scooters – which can accelerate to 10-12 miles per hour – were one of the most popular gifts during the holiday season.

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The types of awards you can expect in a wrongful death lawsuit

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If you lose a loved one in an accident caused by another person’s negligence, then you’ll be able to file a wrongful death claim against that person. There is a standard of proof that you’ll need to meet in order to win your case. Your attorney can help make sure you have all the evidence and documents in order before you proceed.

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Stay safe when you ride your bicycle on the roads

Riding a bicycle can be dangerous, but by following some safety tips, you can keep yourself safer on the roads. For instance, it is important to always be in control of your bicycle; don’t travel too fast or in dangerous areas if you can’t handle your bike. Second, make sure to wear your helmet to prevent a head injury in a crash. Third, ride with traffic, not against it, and fourth, always try to stay as visible and alert as possible, so you can try to prevent accidents if others aren’t paying attention.

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