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Can Teenagers Get in Trouble for Skipping School?
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
Teens skipping school is a tale as old as time. In the words of the most famous high school student ever, Ferris Bueller, “How can I possibly be expected to...
Can a Parent Kick You Out?
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
If you're a teenager, chances are you've had disagreements with your parents or legal guardians. Maybe you've even tried to run away or made your parents so...
What Teen Drivers Should Know About Auto Accidents
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
It felt like forever, but you're finally a licensed driver. Freedom is yours. Oh, and you can officially go on dates without asking your parents to...
Student Rights Against Discrimination at School
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
Discrimination sucks. It's mean and it's cruel. Luckily, students have the right to attend public schools that promote an environment of...
What To Know Before Renting Your First Apartment
By Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
Could there be anything sweeter than being 18, out of high school, and ready to flee the nest? It's time to live under a different roof than your parents, and...
School Suspension and Student Rights
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
Getting suspended from school might not sound that bad sometimes. After all, school days are long, so what's wrong with a little vacay from the school year...