Lorraine R Silverman

Lorraine R Silverman

June 28, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Who Gets Custody of the Dog?

While contemplating the potential end of a relationship when adding a pet to a home may seem absurd, the reality is that pets often outlive human relationships. When they do, who gets custody? Is the pet treated like a child with a sharing arrangement? If so, how are expenses for the pet divided? Most importantly, what does the law say?

By Lorraine R. Silverman

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