Bullying Legal Protections Overview

Summary

Bullying targeting disabilities is a serious issue in New York. The Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) mandates schools to address bullying. Victims can file reports with their schools DASA coordinator. Legal consultation with an educational law attorney may also be beneficial for further action.

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So back when we were in high school someone twisted my twin brothers nipple in a high school hallway, I was hit with a seat belt and someone asked if he can get in trouble for fighting a special ed kid, I was pushed and had candy thrown at as well as another person wanting to fight me just because we are disabled and have speech impairments my twin brother named Dale was bullied in school by a person named Tara Hayes she even had one of her friends twist his nipple because he was a special needs student he even heard her talking about her having it done. After all, he was a special need student Tara Hayes was harming someone vulnerable who had a condition that was not a choice to have and that was uncontrollable people don't choose to be disabled and can't control being born like that I was also bullied for being disabled too we were by people because of how we were born. They hurt us because we were disabled not because of something we did or said, but just because of who we are and because of our disabilities. Tara Hayes, She also spread false rumors that he was gay when he isn't even gay and people were screaming homo and other homophobic slurs at him.
She twisted his nipple and spreaded false rumors about him
Patrick, I'm truly sorry to hear about your and Dale's traumatic experiences. Bullying, especially targeting disabilities, is taken seriously in New York.
Could you please confirm if these incidents were reported to your school or any authorities at the time?
No
Patrick, I'm really sorry to hear about your and Dale's experiences. In New York, bullying, especially targeting disabilities, is taken seriously and there are laws to protect you.
- Schools are required to address bullying under the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA).
- You can file a report with your school's DASA coordinator.
Would you like help with understanding how to proceed with a complaint now?
No
Patrick, I'm really sorry to hear about what you and Dale went through. If you ever decide to take action in the future:
- You can file a report with your school's DASA coordinator.
- You may also consider consulting with an attorney specializing in educational law.
If you need further guidance, please feel free to ask.