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The Supreme Court will hear a case concerning Ava Tharpe, a student with epilepsy, who was denied a full school day due to her disability. Her parents sued the Osseo Area School System, alleging violations of the ADA, Rehabilitation Act, and IDEA. Lower courts disagree on the standard for compensatory damages, with some requiring proof of bad faith and others only deliberate indifference. The case's outcome will impact the standard for compensatory damages in disability discrimination cases nationwide and significantly affect the liability faced by school systems.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.