AI Surveillance in Schools: Civil Rights, Legal Risks, and the Battle Over Federal Funding
Artificial intelligence is increasingly integrated into American education, promising efficiency, insights, and safer school environments. But one of its most contested applications—AI surveillance in schools—has become the subject of growing legal and civil rights scrutiny. Marketed as a way to monitor student behavior and prevent harm, student surveillance technology raises questions about privacy, discrimination, and […]
Supreme Court Lowers Legal Hurdles for Students with Disabilities: What A.J.T. v. Osseo Means for Families and Schools
On June 12, 2025, the United States Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in A.J.T. v. Osseo Area Schools, affirming that students with disabilities denied a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) may seek compensatory damages under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities […]
When Deepfakes Enter the Classroom: A National Legal Perspective on AI-Generated Harassment and Title IX
Artificial intelligence is reshaping nearly every facet of modern life, and unfortunately, its darker applications are now surfacing in schools across the country. At Ratliff Jackson LLP, we’ve seen an increasing number of inquiries from parents, students, and educators facing an alarming new threat: deepfake harassment. These digitally fabricated images and videos are often sexual […]
How a Title IX Case Could Impact Your Medical School Admission
For aspiring medical students, few events feel as destabilizing as being named in a Title IX investigation. The ripple effects of such a case can reach far beyond campus boundaries, influencing not only academic standing but also long-term professional goals. Among the most serious concerns is how a Title IX proceeding—especially one resulting in a […]
Title IX Rights of the Accused: What Every Student Should Know
If you’ve been accused of misconduct under Title IX, the process can feel like it’s stacked against you from the start. Whether you’re a college student in California, a graduate student in New York, or a high school senior in Texas, one thing is true across the board: a Title IX complaint can jeopardize your […]
What Are Your Free Speech Rights in School?
Understanding When Schools Can — and Cannot — Limit Student Expression Free speech is a foundational right protected by the U.S. Constitution — and students do not give up that right when they enter the classroom. Whether you’re in high school or college, knowing your rights as a student can make the difference between being […]