Entries Tagged as 'Education'

Monday, August 11th, 2008

9th Cir: Panel Affirms Dismissal of Alaska IDEA Claim for Failure to Exhaust

The 9th Circuit panel that heard arguments in Anchorage on August 4-7 has issued its first opinion.  It affirmed Judge Ralph Beistline’s dismissal of a a claim under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act for failure to exhaust administrative remedies.
Brooke’s failure to pursue a due process hearing cannot be excused. Although administrative exhaustion may be unnecessary when […]