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    September 8, 2026 · Client Story,Family Protection,VOCA,Family Law
    A client turned to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) for help with a paternity case as...
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    August 27, 2026 · News Releases,Education Legal Aid,FFLA,CSC
    Not every child with a medical diagnosis automatically qualifies for special education services....
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    August 24, 2026 · News Releases,CSC,FFLA,Education Legal Aid,Civil Law
    You don't have to wait for your child's teacher or school to suggest special education. As a...
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    August 21, 2026 · News Releases,Education Legal Aid,FFLA,CSC,Civil Law
    Many families experiencing housing instability don't realize that their children have specific,...
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    August 19, 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Pro Bono Program,Education Legal Aid,FFLA
    A client came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) seeking help after her daughter, who...
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    August 17, 2026 · News Releases,Education Legal Aid,FFLA,CSC,Civil Law
    What Is FAPE? Understanding Your Child's Most Important Special Education Right If you've ever...
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    August 14, 2026 · News Releases,CSC,FFLA,LSC,Education Legal Aid
    When a child with a disability gets in trouble at school, different rules apply. Florida law and...
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    August 12, 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,FFLA,Education Legal Aid,Civil Law
    A client came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) seeking guidance regarding her teenage...
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    August 10, 2026 · CSC,FFLA,News Releases,Education Legal Aid,LSC
    Special education law in Florida includes strict timelines that school districts must follow....
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    August 7, 2026 · FFLA,LSC,Education Legal Aid,News Releases
    Two of the most common tools used to support students with disabilities in Florida public schools...
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    (FORT MYERS, Fla.) — Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) has promoted Courtney Sowerby...
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    August 3, 2026 · Education Legal Aid,FFLA,CSC,News Releases
    If your child receives (or may need) special education services in a Florida public school, you...
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    July 27, 2026 · News Releases,events,Farmworkers,Agricultural Workers,LSC
    (IMMOKALEE, Fla.) – Community members gathered on Saturday, July 25, at Florida Rural Legal...
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    July 8, 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,Elder Law,FFLA,LSC
    A client came to Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) seeking help after becoming concerned...
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    July 1, 2026 · News Releases,seniors,Elder Law,FFLA,LSC
    Planning for the future is essential, especially for seniors who want to maintain control over...
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    June 30, 2026 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid,Housing Rights,Housing Law
    Some insurance policies contain preferred contractor provisions, which may affect who can repair...
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    June 29, 2026 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid,Tenants Rights
    Many renters are unsure whether they must continue paying rent if their home is partially damaged...
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    June 26, 2026 · News Releases,Housing Law,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid
    After a hurricane, homeowners may be surprised by how insurance deductibles work. ...
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    June 24, 2026 · News Releases,Disaster Services,LSC Disaster Aid,Tenants Rights,Housing Rights
    When a disaster forces tenants to move out of a rental property, recovering your security deposit...
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    June 22, 2026 · Client Story,News Releases,LSC Disaster Aid,Hurricane Milton,Disaster Services
    For four years, our client rented his home on a month‑to‑month basis. But after Hurricane Milton,...
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