The ADA Education and Reform Act passed on a 225-to-192 vote in February of this year. Proponents of the bill say it is aimed at curbing unscrupulous lawyers who seek profit by threatening businesses with litigation without actually seeking to improve access for the disabled. Activists say the bill, if enacted, would essentially gut the …
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Taking your furry family member to the veterinarian can be a scary experience. Your pet is sick or hurting and you want to trust the medically trained person or persons handling your pet’s life. But sometimes, things go wrong. Sometimes, your pet dies in the “care” of veterinarians. Sometimes your pet is released to you …
Many people with disabilities use Pit Bulls as service dogs. In Colorado, many cities ban pit bulls and owners may find themselves with a criminal citation for owning and possessing a pit bull – but the dog may also be euthanized once forfeited to the city. The following cities ban pit bulls: Aurora Commerce City …
Please, for the love of all that is good in this world, STOP talking to the police. Just because a police officer asks you questions, does not mean you have to answer them. You do not have to answer police questions. Especially if you are under arrest. I am sure you have heard the phrase …
Yes. In April of this year, Governor Hickenlooper signed a bill into law protecting Good Samaritans from prosecution who break car windows to save dying dogs. However, be aware that the law does not go into effect until August 9, 2017. There are, of course, some requirements in order to receive protection under the law …
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Currently, Denver, Aurora, Castle Rock, Commerce City, Ft. Lupton, Lone Tree, and Louisville have pit bull and “bully breed” ( i.e., American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, or Staffordshire Bull Terrier) bans. While every city ordinance is different, pit bull type dogs are defined as any dog displaying the majority of physical traits of …
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