I was reviewing the November Update from the New York State Bar Association (“NYSBA”) Committee on Animals and the Law today and thought there were a few posts that I wanted to mention. 1. This article illustrates some cases in New York that would fall under felony animal cruelty (a.k.a. “Buster’s Law”). 2. Though I do not recommend that people …
Estate Planning for Pets?
The first that I had ever heard of pet trusts was the summer I was studying for the bar exam. I laughed at the concept at first; but over the last few years through my involvement in animal law activities and my own experiences, I have realized how important it is to make sure that your companion animal(s) are properly …