Earlier this year I had the honor and privilege of being a mentor to three very intelligent and driven young women interested in animal rights. The following is an essay graciously donated to The Animal Law Firm’s blog written by Ms. Sabine H. for her school’s Capstone Project. I hope you enjoy her brilliant essay …
Author Archives: Kristina Bergsten
Can someone put a lien on my animal?!?
Yes. At common law, this is known as an “agister’s lien.” An agister is a person who cares for livestock: i.e., feeding, herding, pasturing, keeping, ranching, or boarding livestock or providing for the medical care of livestock. If I own livestock and I provide food, water, medical care, and any other needs for the livestock, …
See Kristina Interviewed by ABC 7 News On The Topic Of Screening Veterinarian
Animal Lawyers Defending Animal Rights Activists
Animal rights activists will do anything to save or protect an animal. Unfortunately, some animal rights activists find themselves on the wrong side of the law facing criminal charges. Charges for theft of an animal or public protests can range anywhere from misdemeanors to felonies to federal criminal charges. Being charged with a crime is …
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Defenders of the Underdog in Civil Cases
At The Animal Law Firm, our Colorado animal attorneys defend dogs accused of biting in both civil and criminal cases. If you are reading this blog, you might want to know the difference between a civil case and a criminal case involving your dog. A criminal case is defending criminal charges in the local municipal …
Important Steps to Take If Your Dog Is Responsible for a Dog Attack
Your dog is likely one of your best friends, and you love your pet dearly. But what do you do when your dog hurts someone in a Colorado dog attack? It is a thought that most dog owners do not want to consider, but it’s one that you should prepare for to protect yourself and …
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