by Johanna G. Burke | Aug 31, 2022 | Blog
We are excited to announce that our law office was recently featured in Wayne Lifestyle Magazine! About Wayne Lifestyle Magazine Our publication is a community-focused magazine that aims to connect the residents to the people, places and things that make our city...
by Johanna G. Burke | Jul 22, 2022 | Blog
Woods Services, the New Jersey-based umbrella organization of Legacy Treatment Services, is violating my civil rights. Five of my clients have children living in Legacy group homes, and I pride myself on representing them to ensure their children receive adequate...
by Johanna G. Burke | Jul 1, 2022 | Blog
Nearly one year ago, we published our initial Help Pass Billy Cray’s Law article. And today, the passing of the Billy Cray Law, Bill A4013S3301, is still being held up by New Jersey’s legislators. Senator Edward Durr of District 3 is the primary sponsor of this...
by Johanna G. Burke | May 13, 2022 | Blog
The unfair treatment and disregard sometimes shown to people with special needs have to stop. Unfortunately, this personal story is just one of the many inexcusable instances of neglect shown by certain people of authority. My son Aidan showed up to school like this;...
by Johanna G. Burke | May 9, 2022 | Blog
Over the past several months, we have highlighted some of the outstanding support the RCAAS provides to adults with autism. This article will give you some information on the primary services they offer. Supporting Community Access through Leisure and Employment...
by Johanna G. Burke | May 2, 2022 | Blog
For this year’s final Autism Awareness post, we highlight proclamations given by President Joe Biden and New Jersey governor Phil Murphy. Having the continued commitment of the leadership in our country is of utmost importance to ensure that people with autism and...
by Johanna G. Burke | Apr 21, 2022 | Blog
Our initial Autism Awareness Month article discussed the facts and statistics correlating to this neurobiological disorder. In this post, I will share some personal knowledge, describing how autism affects my family and my views on how the focus of Autism Awareness...
by Johanna G. Burke | Apr 7, 2022 | Blog
April is Autism Awareness Month, sometimes called Autism Acceptance Month; however, I believe Autism Action Month seems the most appropriate. While raising awareness for those with autism is essential, taking action to ensure that autistic children, adults, and their...
by Johanna G. Burke | Mar 29, 2022 | Blog
Over the past several months, we have published several articles about bullying in New Jersey schools and how this bullying significantly impacts those with special needs. In this compilation, we are going to summarize the most important aspects discussed within each...
by Johanna G. Burke | Mar 28, 2022 | Blog
The Parental Rights in Special Education (PRISE) documentation helps ensure that the parents of children with special needs understand their rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Developed by the New Jersey Department of Education, PRISE...
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