What do I do about my dog biting the neighbor child?

You absolutely should retain counsel. The child entered not only your property, but your home. The dog reacted naturally. Use the Avvo...

Moving to the more appropriate forum, landlord/tenant, so you can get specific answers.

Can I give my Ex her cat back?

Report it as abandoned to animal control.

A ex-roommate left her animals when she moved out, can she legally come get the animals ?

Follow Attorney Ilman's advice. Once your irresponsible roommate learns you are not giving her a free ride, she will almost certainly evaporate....

Check NY law for the "nuisance dog" statute, and/or discuss with NY counsel and your animal control officer. The attacks should have been reported...

My bird got re-homed without my knowledge or consent?

You need to file a replevin action to recover your bird. Note that the person who now has it can file a counter-claim for any costs he's incurred...

Keep your dogs inside when your neighbors mow - and/or get them some training, so they aren't barking at people enjoying their own property.

You have to prepare and file a complaint, and then comply with the rules for service of process. Unless you are seeking over $20k, District Court...

What can I do if I sold a car with a written agreement and the buyer won't hold up to their end?

Notify the registry, so he is not driving on your plates. Then sue in small claims court for the balance.

How could I go about claiming a dog?

You had your chance when the dog was hit by the car and the girl did not get it treated. You had another chance; to report the dog abandoned when...