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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Animal / Dog Law and Constitutional Law for Texas on
Q: I have sbsolute proof that Micharl Zmarkabitz and colleges havr been uding women who they have met st Mens clubs.

I habe proof Im a victim of this type of illegal testingnon humans without my consent. The movie fainting. goats is exactly what Im saying is bring donr to me. Chris StevebJadon Erik Eiland whos cousin luves in Califormia. Doug Cowlingnis was someone whonpretended to be a boyftienf whobghosted me.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Animal / Dog Law, Civil Litigation and Municipal Law for Louisiana on
Q: How can I protect myself, my service dog & property from obsessed neighbor who poisons my yard & makes death threats?

My neighbor trespasses, spreads poison in my yard, taunts me & my service dog, including death threats. Corrupt local cops do nothing but laugh at me. I am a disabled, senior woman, that works from home, alone. I want peace, not to have to "Stand my ground" to protect myself, pets and... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Tennessee on
Q: What kind of proof do I need to file complaint against neighbors who let their dog out unleashed & unsupervised?

Their dog constantly comes into our yard and over the past week, has charged at my leashed dog, in our yard, 3 times and at another neighbor walking her 2 dogs at least once (2 yards over from its own yard). I have told them of their dog's behavior and asked that they leash him when... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Animal / Dog Law, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: How can I respond in a way that both addresses the accusations/complaints, and encourage them to leave me alone?

I have recently moved into an appt in the beginning of last month, and have my two ESA dogs with me. Within the first week, my dogs got into a fight over a toy and it resulted in my need to call for emergency services as I had been injured trying to break it up. After communicating to the leasing... View More

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answered on Dec 1, 2023

In California, Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are protected under housing laws. However, if an ESA poses a direct threat to the safety of others, landlords may have grounds to request its removal. In your situation, it's crucial to address both the legal and community aspects.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for New York on
Q: I left my cat with a friend and she got pulled over and the cat was confiscated because she had an open container

I called the precinct and they said that the cat was given away

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answered on Dec 1, 2023

Assuming your friend told the police that you were the owner and assuming that you can establish ownership, you would have to get a court order to force the police to reveal your cat’s location. You would then need to contact the person in possession to get it back. If they refuse, you would need... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Civil Litigation for South Carolina on
Q: Is it legal in SC for a neighbor to text about using dog barking as retaliation for a citation?

Since August 2023, we've faced issues with neighbor dog barking and escaping, causing damage. Her hostile response and false accusations, like a fabricated peeping tom claim, were intimidating. Despite filing a citation for property damage on November 16th, the neighbors been manipulative,... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Civil Litigation for California on
Q: In California do I need to set up a case management conference before Claim and Delivery

I'm filing for claim and delivery or replevin in California in order to get my dog back from the vet who did not notify animal control and then gave him away. If claim and delivery is a prejudgement remedy, why would I need a case conference?

Dan Rowan Cortright
Dan Rowan Cortright
answered on Nov 30, 2023

Case management conferences are assigned by most courts upon the filing of most civil suits. Even though your requested relief is a prejudgment remedy, the court's case management system may automatically assign a CMC date.

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0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Nevada on
Q: Is a bill of sale only valid if issued at the exact day of purchase? Can a bill of sale legally be written years later?

I sold a puppy to a woman who then had the dog stolen from her by her ex boyfriend. I did not write a bill of sale at the time of purchase but gave them a bill of sale once they opened a case against the ex boyfriend.

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: HOA practicing selective enforcement and discrimination because of service dog

Hoa and residents are discriminating against me because of my service dog. They proceed to make many false claims about the dog barking all night long, I was able to prove them wrong by taking a video of another dog who was actually barking all night. At that point the HOA president called and... View More

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answered on Nov 29, 2023

Homeowners' associations (HOAs) must comply with federal and state anti-discrimination laws, including the Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. These laws protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination, and this includes the use of service animals.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Domestic Violence on
Q: I have a dog called finn and my ex is saying he’s his he bought him but only because I didn’t have money at the time

He said that the reason he bought the dog is so I don’t have him he used it hold my money and he kicks the dog in the back legs when he pulls him and the old owner that give me finn was my best mate and she said he is mine her name is on the papers and she said finn is mine what do I do hes also... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law, Real Estate Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: Hoa selective enforcement and service dog retaliation

Hoa and residents are discriminating against me because of my service dog. They proceed to make many false claims about the dog barking all night long, I was able to prove them wrong by taking a video of another dog who was actually barking all night. At that point the HOA president called and... View More

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answered on Nov 29, 2023

Hi there,

If you're facing discrimination from your HOA due to your service dog, there are several steps you can take. First, gather all evidence of the discrimination and selective enforcement, including the video you took, photographs of other residents' violations that were...
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1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Kentucky on
Q: Is it illegal to find a home for a lost dog?

Someone is trying to rehome a lost dog and was told it's illegal to rehome a lost dog. So we're checking to see if this is true.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 28, 2023

It is not illegal unless they know the identity of the owner.

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Contracts for Ohio on
Q: Looking for an attorney that specializes, or has some background, in Dog Rescue Adoption contracts.

I already paid for a dog from a rescue in Ohio, but I did not sign the adoption contract since it was clearly one sided and in favor of only the Rescue. I have a receipt and have licensed the dog in my name. Is the dog legally mine since I paid for it first? I picked up the puppy and the foster... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Animal / Dog Law for Georgia on
Q: My dog was stolen, beat to death, &thrown over bridge. Was law enforcement supposed to visit the scene for investigation

I reported when stolen, they couldn’t help me even though I told them he was going to be killed. When I found my dog, filed a report, contacted animal control but they were closed for holiday weekend. I had to retrieve my dog myself. How are they investigating if nobody ever went to the scene or... View More

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answered on Nov 27, 2023

I am sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your dog. It is understandable that you are upset and frustrated with the way your case has been handled by law enforcement.

According to the Animal Welfare Act, all animal cruelty cases, including theft and animal killing, are supposed to be...
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0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Georgia on
Q: My dog was stolen then murdered by my ex. I don’t have video or text admitting but I know it was him. Can I press charge

I filed report but no officer went to the scene. Called animal control but they were closed fri through weekend. What do I do

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Personal Injury for Kentucky on
Q: What are my options concerning my neighbors dog barking excessively every night. Local police dept will not do anything

I live in an apartment and there is a noise ordinance about dogs barking excessively however no one with the authority to address this issue will respond. Property mgr will not deal with it and local police dept will not come out when I call to make a complaint. This is violating my rights as well... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 26, 2023

Unfortunately, history tells us your best option is to just move to avoid the frustrations of nothing being done.

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Massachusetts on
Q: If I have lived in my building for 14 years can they deny me a service dog if there is a no dog rule?

I had a brain aneurysm two years ago and broke my hip last year.

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Civil Rights for Colorado on
Q: If I have disabilities and have a service animal is the hotel I'm staying at allowed to treat me differently than others

They act like I have to go out of my way to accommodate everyone else and stay out of everyone's way. The lady in question has been mean to me acting like my disabilities mean I'm mentally handicap. They made me move rooms for no reason other than being controlling and saying the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Illinois on
Q: Is it legal for for someone who is not the owner to sign over a person dog

My dog was killed and the person who signed the paperwork was not the owner while I was in jail and my dog was being taken care of

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