Legal articles in this category cover laws and legal procedures designed to protect children from harm, including abuse or neglect investigations, child protective services, custody and visitation safety issues, restraining/protective orders, and mandated reporting. It also addresses child welfare, guardianship, and the legal steps families can take when a child’s safety is at risk.
Dozens of U.S. school districts are suing TikTok, alleging the app’s design promotes addictive use that harms students and disrupts learning. These cases seek damages and changes to platform practices, often alongside broader social media litigation. This article explains the legal theories, what schools must prove, and what it could mean for families and communities. […]
Virginia’s Youngkin Law requires public schools to give parents notice and set age-appropriate procedures for certain instructional content. It strengthens parent access and opt-out/consent pathways but doesn’t automatically govern private schools or all extracurricular materials. This article explains who the law applies to, key gaps, and the steps parents should take now. What Is the […]
