Program Details
2025-05-21 13:00:00
Over 1,000+ webinars
Course Overview
2025-05-21 13:00:00
2h CLE Credits
Intermediate
2
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ESTThis session explores how companion animals are defined in law and their historical treatment as personal property in tort actions. Attendees will examine the growing conflict between traditional property classifications and evolving public opinion, new legislation, and changing damage recovery options. The session also covers federal and state protections for service animals and emotional support animals under the ADA and Fair Housing Act.
Sarah A. Thompson 2:00 pm - 2:10 pm ESTA short intermission between sessions allowing attendees to refresh before continuing with the program.
Sarah A. Thompson 2:10 pm - 3:10 pm ESTThis session addresses the legal standards governing veterinary malpractice, including negligence, duty of care, and liability frameworks for veterinary service providers. Participants will learn about common claims such as misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and informed consent disputes, along with defenses available to veterinary professionals. The session concludes with an examination of emerging litigation trends including false advertising claims and legislative efforts to expand damage recovery for pet owners.
Sarah A. ThompsonSarah A. Thompson is a Partner at Ryther Law Group LLP with substantial litigation skills and experience in family law and animal law. She has significant courtroom and trial experience, particularly in domestic violence restraining order matters and veterinary malpractice cases.
Sarah A. Thompson is a Partner at Ryther Law Group LLP with substantial litigation skills and experience in family law and animal law. She has significant courtroom and trial experience, particularly in domestic violence restraining order matters and veterinary malpractice cases.
Requirements
The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.
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