I had the honor of speaking once again at the Massachusetts School of Law’s Animal Rights Day—a tradition I’ve proudly upheld for over a decade. But this year felt different. This year, I wasn’t standing alone.

We were honored to be featured in a recent segment by WBZ / CBS News Boston, highlighting a landmark case for pet lovers across the Commonwealth. Logan Hall of CBS sat down with our client, Brett Lyman, and his adorable pup, Teddy Bear, to share how their story changes how pets are treated in courtrooms across Massachusetts.

Even the most well-behaved dogs can find themselves at the center of a legal dispute if they are accused of aggressive behavior.