Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying (HIB): Why School Districts Sometimes Look the Other Way
When schools ignore harassment, intimidation, or bullying, families are left carrying the consequences. This guide explains what districts are required to do under New York law and how attorney Adam T. Mandell uses his insider experience to help parents protect their children.
Nassau County Family Files Federal Lawsuit After School Bus Staff Targeted Autistic Student
New developments in the Nassau County lawsuit where an autistic student was verbally abused by his school bus matron and driver. Hear how recordings revealed systemic failures inside Levittown Public Schools.
When Schools Fail to Act: Pennsylvania Bullying Lawsuit Highlights the Importance of Accountability
A Pennsylvania bullying lawsuit shows what happens when schools ignore warning signs. Learn how strong accountability laws like DASA protect students and how families can respond when districts fail to act.
Lawsuit Filed Against CT School System For Allowing Bullying To Persist For Months Against 8th-Grade Girl
A Connecticut family alleges the Granby school district ignored months of sexual harassment and bullying of an eighth-grade girl and failed to enforce its own safety plan.
Montclair, NJ School Board Receives Antibullying Training, Then Gets Sued
Montclair’s school board trained on anti-bullying compliance weeks before a lawsuit alleges it ignored bullying claims; the contradiction may affect how the case unfolds.
What a Hostile Work Environment Looks Like And What You Can Do About It
Work shouldn’t feel unsafe or demeaning. Learn how New York law defines a hostile work environment — and what actions employees can take when lines are crossed.
Not Getting Paid What You Earned? We Fight Wage and Hour Violations in New York
Discrimination at work still affects millions, including in New York, despite federal and state protections. Discover your legal rights and how Legal Ally can help if you’ve been treated unfairly because of your race, gender, age, or other protected characteristic.
What to Do If Your Employer Fails to Accommodate Your Disability
Has your employer denied your request for a workplace accommodation related to a disability? Learn what your rights are and what steps you should take to protect yourself.
Workplace Discrimination in New York: Know Your Rights
Discrimination at work still affects millions—including in New York—despite federal and state protections. Discover your legal rights and how Legal Ally can help if you’ve been treated unfairly because of your race, gender, age, or other protected characteristic.
Your Legal Rights Against Workplace Retaliation in New York
Think your employer is punishing you for speaking up? From demotions to intimidation, workplace retaliation is illegal, and you might have a case.
When At-Will Isn’t Enough: Legal Exceptions to At-Will Firing in New York
Being fired in an “at-will” state like New York doesn’t always mean your employer is in the clear. Learn the legal exceptions that might mean you were wrongfully terminated and how to tell if you have a case.
Can I Be Fired for Reporting Harassment? Understanding Retaliation in the Workplace in New York.
Think your boss is punishing you for speaking up? Learn how New York law protects workers from retaliation—and what to do if it happens to you.
Ohio High School Faces Federal Lawsuit Over Hazing, Sexual Assault, and Title IX Violations
A freshman football player says he was hazed, sexually assaulted, and ignored. Now his Ohio high school faces a federal civil rights and Title IX lawsuit.
How To Deal With Publicity When Filing a School Bullying Lawsuit
When families file a school bullying lawsuit, media coverage often follows. Here’s how to prepare, manage publicity, and protect your child while pursuing justice.
Parents of Bullied Trans Teen Who Died by Suicide Sue Alabama School District
An Alabama school district faces a federal lawsuit after a transgender teen’s suicide, with claims of ignored warnings, failed protections, and systemic bullying.
When Workplace Romance Crosses a Line (The Coldplay Jumbotron Affair)
A viral Coldplay concert moment exposed more than an affair. It brought attention to the legal risks of romance at work. Here's what employees need to know.
Proving Sexual Harassment in the Workplace—When There Are No Witnesses
Sexual harassment has become more discreet—but no less damaging. If you're being harassed at work and no one else saw it, here's how you can still prove it.
Understanding Your Legal Rights in School Bullying Cases
Bullying affects 1 in 5 students in the U.S., yet many families don’t realize schools are legally obligated to act. Learn your rights and how Legal Ally can help you fight back when schools fail to protect your child. Led by former school district attorney Adam T. Mandell, our firm provides legal support with insight and compassion.
Hate Is Learned: A Parent’s Story of LGBTQ+ Bullying
A powerful personal essay from a parent whose transgender child was bullied offers insight into how hate is passed down and why love must be taught instead.
Are You A Workplace Bully? Here Are Four Tell-Tale Signs
Are you unintentionally bullying your coworkers? Discover four red flags that could point to harmful behavior and what to do if you’re on either side of workplace bullying. Learn how LegalAlly.com’s employment law division, led by attorney Jessica A. Rounds, can help you take the next step.