Legally Blind Justice Podcast

Welcome to the Legally Blind Justice podcast, where we shed light on the complexities of the college disciplinary process. I'm your host, Tim Markley, from K Altman Law. 

In this episode, we delve into a realm often misunderstood by students: the college disciplinary process. Too often, students find themselves in trouble and assume they can handle it alone. However, the reality is far more nuanced. What may seem trivial can quickl...

Join us on the Legally Blind Justice Podcast as we explore a pressing concern facing online learners: accusations of using third parties to submit academic work. With the rapid expansion of online education, universities are implementing stringent measures to ensure academic integrity. However, what happens when innocent students find themselves wrongly accused?

In this episode, we delve into the complexities of IP address tracking...

Welcome back, everyone! This is Tim Markley from K Altman Law, and you're tuning in to the Legally Blind Justice Podcast. Today, we're diving into a crucial topic: academic dismissal. It's a challenging experience, but fear not, as we explore why it happens and, more importantly, what you can do about it.

Academic dismissal is a tough situation, often resulting from factors like a low GPA, repeated course failures, or even a violat...

Welcome to Legally Blind Justice, the podcast that unravels legal complexities to empower you in understanding the intricate world of law. In this episode, your host Tim Markley delves into the OCR (Office for Civil Rights) process, offering a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the steps involved.

Discover how anyone can file a complaint within 180 days of discrimination, and learn about covered entities, including public sch...

The Legally Blind Justice Podcast is a podcast that delves into the critical issues shaping our educational landscape. In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that has significant implications for students across the nation – potential changes to Title IX. Title IX, a federal law enacted in 1972, has long been a cornerstone in the fight against gender-based discrimination in educational institutions. Over the years, it h...

Entering college is a significant milestone, marking the beginning of newfound independence and academic challenges. However, this transition can also bring about unforeseen disciplinary issues. In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of college disciplinary troubles, uncovering the ten common mistakes students often make when faced with such challenges. From procrastination to handling matters independently, blaming the s...

If you get in trouble at school or university, don't wait to get help. This episode explores the pitfalls of waiting to seek help or advice.

If you are accused of misconduct at school or college, it is important to seek help early in the process. This means reaching out to a trusted adult, such as a parent, teacher, counselor, or lawyer. It is also important to gather any evidence that you have to support your innocence. By seeking...

Episode 14 of the Legally Blind Justice Podcast discusses the potential trouble that students can get into as they return to school.  With summer over, students and parents are looking forward to school. However, they often don't think about how they can inadvertently get into trouble. We discuss these potential landmines and ways to avoid getting into trouble. We are joined by three highly qualified guests. Ashley Martin is a stud...

Episode 13 of the Legally Blind Justice Podcast discusses the potential trouble that students can get into as they return to school.  With summer over students are coming back to college and often don't think about how they can inadvertently get into trouble. This is particularly true for first time college students and foreign students coming here for the first time. We discuss what these potential landmines are and ways to avoid ...

Schools across the country will be back in session before you know it. For students with Special Needs, this can be a cause for concern. Our special education team recently hosted a webinar to help understand the process and focus on the IEP. This was an excellent primer for parents and helped clarify the IEP process. It was so good that we brought that content to this podcast.

At K Altman Law, we offer Special Education advocacy s...

Social Media and Education: A Dangerous Mix?

Social media has become a ubiquitous part of our lives, and nowhere is this more evident than in the world of education. Nearly every student in middle and high school has access to a smartphone, and many use these devices to connect with friends, share information, and stay up-to-date on current events.

However, there is a dark side to social media that many students are not aware of. T...

In this episode attorney, Keith Altman joins us to discuss his recent trip to the US Supreme Court. Attorney Keith Altman was a critical participant in two recent cases and was there when these cases were argued before the supreme court. He gives us his insight into the issues and provides a view into how the supreme court works.  

Google v. Gonzalez and Twitter v. Taamneh are the two cases currently pending before the Supreme Cour...

The US Department of Education is in the middle of a significant overhaul of Title IX regulations. These regulations will significantly impact what happens at colleges and universities across the country. There have been thousands of responses to the public comment period. These comments cover the entire spectrum of thought. We will look at the proposed rules and offer our opinions. We will be joined by Amy Brown, an attorney speci...

Chat GPT is one of the hottest topics of the day. It is an artificial intelligence system that can write an essay, write computer code and answer complex questions. It has serious potential to change the educational landscape. AI has the potential to wreak havoc at colleges as professors try to decide if a student wrote it or a computer wrote it. In this episode, we dig into what it is and how it may change education. We will be jo...

Many students get into trouble in school and college. This podcast episode focuses on elementary, middle, and high school issues. We discuss school discipline, special education, and K-12 Title IX issues.  We will also touch on charter school issues. You might be surprised to learn a lawyer can help you with some of your problems at this level. Schools have access to attorneys and other professionals, so should you, this podcast wi...