Connecticut divorce and pet custody issues are on the rise.  In the past, spouses going through a divorce focused on money and of course the children. Now there is a trend to have issues concerning pets addressed as a part of final divorce orders.  Or no agreement can be reach, spouses are taking issues and…

In the article below, you can see my interview quotes on this topic published in the Connecticut Law Tribune. Source: Pets and Courts: Attorneys See Rise in Animal Advocacy, Pet Custody Disputes | Connecticut Law Tribune    Please email me or call  (203) 259-5251 if you would like more information on a divorce and other…

  I have seen a dramatic increase in clients inquiring about custody of their pet(s). Under Connecticut law, pets are considered property – like a house, car or other asset. Therefore, the term “pet custody” is somewhat misleading. Unlike issues concering children, the judge is not required to take into account the “best interest” of…

Many pet owners view their pets as any other member of the family. In the eyes of the law though, companion animals are viewed as though they are pieces of personal property. Despite the law, pet owners are increasingly suing for veterinarian malpractice when their animals die as a result of incompetent care. Veterinary malpractice…

A recent survey found that 20% of divorced or separated pet owners are drafting written agreements to formalize custody arrangements. Other per owners are drafting agreements before a breakup, a “prepup”, which details custody and other decisions for the pet in the event of a breakup. Remember, pets are considered property in Connecticut. Therefore, in…

  There is a bill before the legislature which would increase the amount of damages a pet owner can recover if their pet is attacked. Currently, pet owners are limited in terms of the money they can recover. Often pet owners can only recover the cost of the replacement value of the pet. The new…

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