Disability Law

An eye-opening portrait of the diverse disability community as it is today, and how disability attitudes, activism, and representation have evolved since the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) In Disability Pride, disabled journalist Ben Mattlin weaves together interviews and...

Alix Valenti is a Professor of management and legal studies in College of Business at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. She holds an MBA from the University of Houston, a JD from St. John’s University School of Law, an LLM in taxation from New York University School of Law, and a PhD in International Management from the University of Texas at Dallas.

Are you on the hunt for more information on the policies, procedures, and laws that surround special education? I’m aware there is a ton of information online, but the available information is often spread across a lot of technical sources, and it is hard to follow. That is why I wrote the Special Education Guidebook Series. I wanted to provide you with guidebooks that you can treat as your bible when it comes to special education. This is a comprehensive guide that you can use for all of your special education needs and queries

To most of us, learning something 'the hard way' implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head and will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement.

Six months ago, Griffin Sawyer meant to steal a car, but he never meant to steal the girl asleep in the backseat. Panicked, he took her home. His father, Roy, decided to hold Cheyenne - who is blind - for ransom. Griffin helped her escape, and now Roy is awaiting trial. As they prepare to testify, Griffin and Cheyenne reconnect and make plans to meet. But the plan goes wrong, and Cheyenne gets captured by Roy's henchmen - this time for the kill. Can Cheyenne free herself? And is Griffin a pawn or a player in this deadly chase?

Social Security for Dummies is the one guide you need to navigate the often-complex world of Social Security retirement benefits. This updated edition offers clear guidance on when to claim benefits, how much you can expect to receive, where to find Social Security calculators, and so much more.

The first book to cover the entirety of disability history, from pre-1492 to the present Disability is not only the story of someone we love or the story of whom we may become; rather it is undoubtedly the story of our nation. Covering the entirety of US history from pre-1492 to the present, A...

A Lifeline for Families. A Handbook for Advocates. A Call to Action. Advocating for Loved Ones with IDD in Texas is a practical, empowering, and deeply personal guide for families, caregivers, educators, and allies who are committed to standing up for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Written by a seasoned educator, coach, and lifelong advocate with firsthand experience, this book delivers clear, compassionate insight into navigating both state and federal systems—without the legal jargon or red tape. Originally written in 2012 and fully updated in 2025, ...

A year ago, Mr. Darcy suffered from an illness which robbed him of the use of his legs. However, he is determined to never become maudlin and behave as though his life is over and ruined just because part of it has become more difficult. Since he could not expect to recover any further, it was time to resume the ordinary course of his life.

Prepare with focus and confidence using Conquer the North Carolina Life and Health Insurance Exam in Under 90 Minutes: Tar Heel State Licensing Guide. This concise, audiobook-friendly study guide is designed to deliver essential knowledge in a clear and practical format. Inside, you’ll find straightforward coverage of life insurance basics, health plans, disability income, and annuities, along with North Carolina-specific insurance laws and regulations. Each chapter explains the core principles without unnecessary filler, helping you understand contracts, benefits, policy provisions, and ...

Conquer the Indiana Health Insurance Exam in Under 90 Minutes delivers a fast, clear, and complete overview of the essential concepts tested on the Indiana Health Insurance licensing exam. This concise guide simplifies the full range of accident and health insurance topics, including policy structure, renewability, disability coverage, managed care systems, and group insurance principles. It explores the relationships between insurers, producers, and policyholders while explaining Indiana-specific regulations, consumer protections, and the duties of licensed professionals. Readers will gain...

The incredible life story of Haben Girma, the first Deafblind graduate of Harvard Law School, and her amazing journey from isolation to the world stage. Haben grew up spending summers with her family in the enchanting Eritrean city of Asmara. There, she discovered courage as she faced off...

This focused study guide is designed to help aspiring producers master the essential concepts for the Washington Life and Disability Insurance Exam. With clear explanations, short paragraphs, and an audiobook-friendly format, it provides a direct path to understanding the principles, policies, and laws tested on the state exam. Inside you’ll find complete coverage of life insurance basics, policy structures, annuities, health and disability contracts, medical and group plans, federal tax considerations, and the key Washington state regulations that govern insurance practice. Each chapter ...

Do you ever feel like you are being pulled in two different directions with your child's education? Maybe your child is currently being included in the general education program at their school, despite having unique and specific needs due to their disability. Perhaps you are desperate to ensure that your child has access to the very best educational experience they can possibly have. Maybe you are keen to be a more effective partner in your child's education, without feeling overwhelmed with all of the other things you have going on in your life.

A memoir by one of America’s most accomplished public servants and legal thinkers—who spent years denying and working around his blindness, before finally embracing it as an essential part of his identity. David Tatel has served nearly 30 years on America’s second highest court, the United...

Brought to you by Penguin. Our laws and justice system are vast and ancient: they might touch our lives when we have an accident, a wrong is done to us, or we have a family difficulty. And they cover everything from the personal to the regulation of our government. But to most of us they are a...

Conquer the New Jersey Accident and Health Insurance Exam in Under 90 Minutes offers a concise yet comprehensive review of every topic you need to know to earn your health insurance producer license in the Garden State. Designed for clarity and efficiency, this focused guide covers the full range of tested domains—from accident and health policy basics to New Jersey’s specific insurance laws and ethical standards. Each chapter delivers clear explanations in short, easy-to-follow paragraphs ideal for quick reading and audiobook listening. You’ll explore the essentials of disability ...

NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NPR and THE WASHINGTON POST "Compelling, insightful and important, Beneath a Ruthless Sun exposes the corruption of racial bigotry and animus that shadows a community, a state and a nation. A fascinating examination of an injustice story all too familiar and...

Flip the script on how you think about UGLY--what it means, what it is, and how to reclaim it to Uplift, Glorify, and Love Yourself in an uglified world. Blending joyful self-help magic with incisive social analysis and personal narrative, Vanessa Rochelle Lewis empowers readers to heal, connect...

A Guardian “Best Book of 2021” Selection A powerful look at the impacts of anti-Black racism and a practical guide for overcoming racial trauma through radical self-care as a form of resistance Over the past 15 years, radical psychologist Guilaine Kinouani has focused her research, writing...