Landlords must make reasonable accommodations for ESAs under the Fair Housing Act. Be aware that there are exceptions to the FHA, most of which...

What type of attorney would I need to sue somebody for ownership of a dog

There are attorneys who specialize in companion animal law and who have experience with pet replevin (return of property to its true owner) cases. ...

Dog fight but other parties bills don’t make since?

If you have received a claim for personal injuries from the dog bite, notify your homeowner's insurance of the claim and engage counsel if an...

Are We obligated to take back a puppy we sold and return the money because they can’t handle a crying puppy? We’re not breeders.

I concur with Attorney Langer. Find a better home for the pup.

Can I get my service animals that were lost due to pet sitter negligence and have since been adopted back as personal property

Animals prescribed by mental health providers are considered emotional support animals and not service animals as defined by the ADA. Regardless,...

Can the landlord stop her from bringing her emotional support animal home?

The prescription for an emotional support animal is best provided by an actual treating physician. The reasonable accommodations that must be...

Is filing a claim in civil court worth it ?

The factors to consider are the amount due, the amount of the filing fee for small claims court, and your time to pursue the matter. Hopefully you...

Can a third party seller and breeder be sued for selling a dog that was diagnosed with Parvo?

It appears that NY has a pet Lemon Law governing the conduct of pet stores. Given the exposure to other pets in the store it is unlikely that you...

What can I do if I believe a family member cause my cat to die by abuse?

You can report the animal abuse or neglect to Animal Control who may potentially issue citations ro bring criminal charges for such conduct. As...

MMy husband has cancer....if he goes into a nursing home can the nursing home take our rental properties?

I concur with Attorney Rabin, you and spouse should consult with experienced estate planning counsel to advise on this situation and the sooner the...