We know that a new legislative session always brings change. But the 102nd Michigan Legislative Session beginning early January 2023 will be change on steroids, as one party will control both the House and Senate, and the Governor’s office. You … Continued
Having a designated day is a great opportunity to talk about the deeper meaning of Wildlife Watching Day. #Wildlife Watching Day can be an advocacy tool (use the hashtag) as well as a great opportunity to simply enjoy and appreciate … Continued
We recently spoke with David Favre, Professor of Law & The Nancy Heathcote Professor of Property and Animal Law (and long-time Attorneys for Animals member). Professor Favre reported on three major developments in the animal law program at the law … Continued
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today issued an opinion that a 1978 law requires the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to register facilities that “keep or use animals for experimental purposes” and must “restrict registration to only those … Continued
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End of summer means pumpkin spice latte in your favorite coffee shop, the beginning of school, and the return of legislators to the state and US capitols. In Michigan, we’ve seen two bills introduced this past month which the AFA … Continued
Congratulations to Rebecca, who recently joined Varnum’s Estate Planning Practice Team. The firm’s announcement highlights her many activities and accomplishments in animal law, and particularly in estate planning for animals. It mentions that she is Animal Friendly Attorneys™ certified. She has … Continued
Photo by kat wilcox from Pexels “House Bill 4332 amends the Penal Code to increase penalties for certain animal abuse violations . . . . The bill also brings breeders and pet shop owners under the animal abuse law and provides protections for … Continued
Michigan passed a Hunter Harassment Act in the 1990s and updated it several years ago to prevent hunters from being harassed by the use of drones. Now legislation has been introduced at the behest of the hunting interests to create … Continued
Today we named 12 attorneys to our first class of Animal Friendly Attorneys™. They come from many parts of Michigan, and one is from Kentucky. They practice in thirteen areas of the law, including Animal Law. We’re proud to announce, and … Continued