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IX Legal is representing a Long Island family in a lawsuit against their school district seeking damages and accountability after their child with autism allegedly endured repeated verbal abuse during school-bus rides, which the district reportedly failed to take adequate action to stop or safeguard the child’s rights. Founder Michael Iakovou commented: “They were negligently supervised and lacked training to take care of verbal and nonverbal autistic children. They are without a doubt a protected class and need to be treated a certain way, and the school failed to live up to that expectation.” This case underscores that schools and districts have a legal duty under disability-rights laws and anti-bullying statutes to protect vulnerable students, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of employee supervision, protected class safeguarding, and timely remedial responses. Read PIX11's full story here.

IX Legal is representing a Long Island family in a lawsuit against their school district seeking damages and accountability after their child with autism allegedly endured repeated verbal abuse during school-bus rides, which the district reportedly failed to take adequate action to stop or safeguard the child’s rights. Founder Michael Iakovou commented, “This is not just about one bus ride – it is about a systemic failure to protect a child with disabilities. The conduct captured on these recordings is appalling.” Read PIX11's full story here.

IX Legal is representing a Long Island family in a lawsuit against their school district seeking damages and accountability after their child with autism allegedly endured repeated verbal abuse during school-bus rides, which the district reportedly failed to take adequate action to stop or safeguard the child’s rights. Founder Michael Iakovou commented, “It’s inexcusable for him to have to go through this and be subjected to the point where he needs even more therapy than what he has to undergo on a daily basis. The individuals who should have the requisite training on these school buses really targeted this poor boy who has a certain trigger. This is not just about one bus ride – it is about a systemic failure to protect a child with disabilities. The conduct captured on these recordings is appalling. We will use every legal tool to hold the school district accountable and to ensure meaningful safeguards are put in place.” Read Long Island Press' full story here.

IX Legal is representing a Long Island family in a lawsuit against their school district seeking damages and accountability after their child with autism allegedly endured repeated verbal abuse during school-bus rides, which the district reportedly failed to take adequate action to stop or safeguard the child’s rights. The story was covered by News 12 Long Island - read their full story here.

IX Legal is representing a Long Island family in a lawsuit against their school district seeking damages and accountability after their child with autism allegedly endured repeated verbal abuse during school-bus rides, which the district reportedly failed to take adequate action to stop or safeguard the child’s rights. Founder Michael Iakovou commented, “A child with a disability has the right to the same safe and respectful transport to school as any other student — this alleged behaviour is unacceptable and must result in meaningful consequences.” Listen to 1010 Wins' full story here.

IX Legal is representing a Long Island family in a lawsuit against their school district seeking damages and accountability after their child with autism allegedly endured repeated verbal abuse during school-bus rides, which the district reportedly failed to take adequate action to stop or safeguard the child’s rights. Founder Michael Iakovou commented, "This is not just about one bus ride – it is about a systemic failure to protect a child with disabilities. The conduct captured on these recordings is appalling. We will use every legal tool to hold the school district accountable and to ensure meaningful safeguards are put in place." Read Newsday's full story here.

IX Legal is representing a Long Island family in a lawsuit against their school district seeking damages and accountability after their child with autism allegedly endured repeated verbal abuse during school-bus rides, which the district reportedly failed to take adequate action to stop or safeguard the child’s rights. The story was covered by Newsbreak - read their full story here.

Video of a dramatic crash in Brooklyn is raising questions about the NYPD’s policy on risky driving. Footage shows a police cruiser striking an SUV, causing it to spin out of control and collide with a pedestrian. Fortunately, the woman survived, but the incident has sparked a larger debate: What are the rules of the road for police?

When asked what it means if the crash was not considered a pursuit and the policy did not apply, Michael responded: “It suggests that an even higher level of care should have been exercised. The Patrol Guide clearly outlines the standards that must be followed. Something wasn’t adhered to here, and rest assured, we’re going to find out exactly what that was.”

https://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/on-air/as-seen-on/questions-about-nypds-policy-on-risky-driving/6395546/

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