Archive for March, 2015

On June 19, 2014, Governor Christie signed legislation regarding the inclusion of students with disabilities in athletic activities (N.J.S.A. 18A:11-3.5 et seq.). This historic law is effective in the 2015-2016 school year. Why is the new sports law important?

Return Home New Jersey Compromise Bill is Harmful to Individuals with Disabilities Served Out-of-State By: Hinkle, Prior & Fischer, Attorneys at Law Yesterday we broadcast a legislative update and action alert regarding Senate Bill 2600 based on a reported compromise between the New Jersey Legislature and the Governor regarding DDD’s Return Home New Jersey (RHNJ) […]

By: Hinkle, Prior & Fischer, Attorneys-at-Law It appears as though the State of New Jersey is backing away from its controversial Return Home New Jersey program. This ill-advised policy attempts to relocate over 500 people with severe disabilities placed by New Jersey in appropriate out-of-state programs to in-state settings which are often unable to meet […]