Articles on Animal Law

Animal law and environmental law: Exploring the connections and synergies By Angela Peters Animal Law, December 2016 Environmental law, with its intricate layers of international, federal, state, and local laws, is more established than its animal law counterpart. Yet animal law faces many of the same legal and strategic challenges that environmental law faced in seeking to establish a more secure foothold, both in the U.S. and abroad.
Tis the season By Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, December 2016 A message from Editor Melissa A. Maye.
Animal laws in the news By Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, September 2016 Three recent cases of interest to animal law practitioners.
Temporary nuisance production agriculture in the cross-hairs again By Stephen R. Kaufmann Animal Law, September 2016 On May 24, 2016, following a three-week trial, a jury in Scott County, Illinois returned a verdict in favor of the hog producer defendants and against ten Plaintiffs who had brought a cause of action for private temporary nuisance relating to odor, flies and dust allegedly caused by a swine livestock management facility. This was the first such trial in Illinois.
Dogs in cars—The Amended Humane Care for Animals Act By Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, June 2016 What actions can a concerned person legally take if he or she sees an animal locked in a parked car on a hot day?
Emotional support animals on campus By Robert L. Miller Government Lawyers, June 2016 While requests for emotional support animals on campuses are not new, the frequency and variety of these requests has been growing over the last several years.
Emotional support animals on campus By Robert L. Miller Animal Law, June 2016 While requests for emotional support animals on campuses are not new, the frequency and variety of these requests has been growing over the last several years.
Emotional support animals on campus By Robert L. Miller Education Law, June 2016 While requests for emotional support animals on campuses are not new, the frequency and variety of these requests has been growing over the last several years.
On the Listserve – “B-a-a-a-a-ning Goats” By Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, June 2016 A recent discussion on the ISBA's General Discussion Group involved village ordinances and goats.
Assistance and service animals in the housing context By Margherita M. Albarello Animal Law, May 2016 When must a housing provider allow a tenant to have an animal?
Illinois top for animal protection laws, but fight continues By Ken Stalkfleet Animal Law, May 2016 The Animal Legal Defense Fund ranked Illinois as the top jurisdiction in the United States for animal protection for the eighth consecutive year in 2015. However, the report also listed several potential improvements.
In a divorce, Illinois courts have no authority to order pet “visitation” By Michele M. Jochner Animal Law, May 2016 In the first case of its kind in Illinois, the First District Appellate Court has ruled that courts have no authority to enter an order requiring that a soon-to-be ex-spouse have “visitation” rights with pets.
In a divorce, Illinois courts have no authority to order pet “visitation” By Michele M. Jochner Family Law, March 2016 In the first case of its kind in Illinois, the First District Appellate Court has ruled that courts have no authority to enter an order requiring that a soon-to-be ex-spouse have “visitation” rights with pets.
The American Kennel Club steps up to help in the aftermath of natural disasters By David H. Hopkins Animal Law, September 2015 In September 2013, through its affiliate, “AKC Reunite,” the American Kennel Club launched a campaign to muster funds to pay for so-called disaster trailers, stocked with supplies for pet rescues in the immediate aftermath of hurricanes, floods, fires, tornadoes, and other natural disasters. Each fully stocked trailer costs approximately $22,500; and, as of July, 2015, less than two years later, over $1,000,000 has been raised, resulting in a couple dozen trailers being placed, with others in the pipeline.
Despite opposition, General Assembly passes law allowing bobcat hunting in Illinois By Jane McBride Animal Law, September 2015 On July 14, 2015, Governor Bruce Rauner signed a bill that provides statutory authority to establish a bobcat hunting and trapping season in Illinois.
HEEL! Municipalities now restricting reckless dog owners By Ledy Vankavage Animal Law, September 2015 If a dog is deemed dangerous or vicious under the state law and there is a subsequent incident, the owner can be guilty of a felony, thus city attorneys are encouraged to utilize the state provisions.
Highlighting animal heroes—The Bryan & Amanda Bickell Foundation By Anna E. Morrison-Ricordati & Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, September 2015 Learn more about this important organization and its work to raise awareness of and dispel the myths surrounding "pit bulls."
Trap Neuter Return (TNR) Programs—An overview By Lisa Velez Animal Law, September 2015 Many states in the US now recognize that TNR is an effective long-term solution to humanely controlling the population of free-roaming/community cats.
Animal law in the news By Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, June 2015 Recent updates of interest to animal law practitioners.
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Exotic animal resolution passes the ABA House of Delegates By Ledy VanKavage Animal Law, June 2015 After much hard work and numerous amendments, a resolution regarding the ownership of exotic animals passed the American Bar Association House of Delegates Meeting in February, 2015.
“Brandi, you’re a fine girl”—Maryland Appellate Court upholds $200,000 non-economic damages verdict in deputy/dog shooting case By Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, April 2015 In a decision that animal lovers can only hope will soon become common-place, the Court came down in favor of recognizing that pets can be worth more than just their fair market value to their owners.
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Editor’s corner By Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, April 2015 Updates on the Section's recent activities, practice news, and an introduction to this issue from Editor Melissa Anne Maye.
Observations of an old country lawyer…. or, cows and dogs sleeping together…. By Edward T. Graham Agricultural Law, April 2015 A discussion of current "dog-bite" and "cow-in-the-road" statutes and caselaw.
What happens to companion animals when their masters’ marriages go to the dogs? By Amy Brammell Animal Law, April 2015 A general overview of companion animal custody following divorce or formal separation.
Observations of an old country lawyer…. or, cows and dogs sleeping together…. By Edward T. Graham General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, March 2015 A discussion of current "dog-bite" and "cow-in-the-road" statutes and caselaw.
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Observations of an old country lawyer…. or, cows and dogs sleeping together…. By Edward T. Graham Bench and Bar, March 2015 A discussion of current "dog-bite" and "cow-in-the-road" statutes and caselaw.
Animal cruelty as a criminal offense: The role of abuser registries in combating cruelty By Sarah Hanneken Animal Law, November 2014 Despite proponents’ adamant claims regarding these intended benefits, offender registries have been widely criticized by scholars and law enforcement for their shortcomings and unintended consequences.
Disaster preparation in Illinois By David H. Hopkins Animal Law, November 2014 Disaster preparedness should include advance plans for evacuation or rescue of pets. In 2010, the American Bar Association approved a Model Act Governing Standards for the Care and Disposition of Disaster Animals. But there are significant issues to be addressed before the Model Act is adopted in Illinois.
Animal law news roundup: A summary of recent news affecting animal law By Melissa Anne Maye Animal Law, September 2014 A summary of recent news articles from around the country discussing current animal law issues.
Unbridled or reined in? Horse cloning suit shows antitrust risks for association rule-making By Beth L. Fancsali & Aaron J. Hersh Animal Law, September 2014 Cloning of animals, and whether a breed association can ban clones from its registry, is the subject of much debate: not only from a scientific and moral standpoint, but now also from an antitrust perspective.

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