Despite several attempts by school professionals to rally against students harassing and bullying their classmates, the reality still stands that over 25 percent of students are bullied at some point in their educational careers.

If your own child has been bullied by classmates, harassed in hallways, and tormented online (also known as cyberbullying), you've likely spoken with teachers, the school counselor, and even the principal about it. Despite all efforts to end your child's misery, the bullying continues.

What legal rights do you have as a parent to protect your child and gain justice for the cruelty your young one endures every day? Can you sue the school? Can you pursue justice from the bullies themselves? Use this guide to help you receive the legal justice your child deserves.

Call it elder abuse, nursing home neglect, or resident abuse. By any name, mistreatment of elderly patients in care facilities is alarmingly common. In 2007 alone, there were more than 257,000 complaints of inadequate care made to the Administration of Aging. Many other cases of abuse and neglect go unreported.

If you have a parent in a nursing home or similar care facility, make sure you keep a close eye out for signs of neglect. The following are six common signs that your parent may be a victim of nursing home negligence.