Our Legal Cases: Fighting for Disability Rights

DREDF uses strategic litigation to protect and advance the rights of disabled people. We take on high-impact cases that challenge discrimination, improve accessibility, and set legal precedents that benefit the broader disability community. Explore our casework to learn how we’re making an impact.

Press Release

Injunctive Relief and Damages Sought for Black Student with Disabilities Who Was Handcuffed, Forcibly Detained by Moreno Valley Campus Security Officers and Riverside County Sheriffs

  • Restraint and Seclusion

Case

C.B. v. MVUSD, et al.

  • Restraint and Seclusion

Press Release

Legal Claim Seeks Changes After Black Disabled Student is Handcuffed in Moreno Valley School District

  • Restraint and Seclusion

Case

Kerri K, et al. vs. State of California, et al.

  • Restraint and Seclusion

Press Release

Class Action Seeks to End Illegal and Abusive Restraints and Seclusion Practices Used Against Children with Disabilities in California

  • Restraint and Seclusion

Case

DREDF Demands Action After State Fails To Protect Children From Abuse In Special Education

  • Children
  • Restraint and Seclusion
  • Special Education
  • Students

Legislative Position

Keeping All Students Safe Act (reintroduced)

  • Conflict Management
  • Federal Legislative Positions
  • Restraint and Seclusion

Legislative Position

Keeping All Students Safe Act

  • Federal Legislative Positions
  • Restraint and Seclusion