3 Disability Laws Every Parent Should Know

Added: 2026-05-18

[00:00:00]Most parents of kids with disabilities are never actually taught about their child's rights. So, here are three laws that every parent should know. First, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act or IDEA. That's the federal law that helps students with disabilities receive special education services and IEPs in school. Second, Section 504.

[00:00:23]That helps protect students with disabilities from discrimination and can provide accommodations in school. And third, the ADA. That's the Americans with Disabilities Act, which protects access and helps prevent disability discrimination in everyday life. And look, you don't need to become a lawyer overnight, but understanding these laws will completely change how you advocate for your child. Follow me for more disability rights information explained simply.