Make Sure Your Estate Planning Protects Your Pets

Make Sure Your Estate Planning Protects Your Pets

Last month, I discussed the best way to protect a pet’s best interests in the event of a divorce or other separation in the pet’s human family. I promised that this month’s blog would focus on protecting the pets in your life if you are no longer able to care for them...
The Legal Status of Animals and How to Protect Them

The Legal Status of Animals and How to Protect Them

Legally, animals are property. This is a concept that often does not sit well with those who share their lives with companion animals. One survey showed that 95% of people polled considered their pets to be members of their families. Animals’ property status has...