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Animals And Liability

Examining the latest decisions and developments to establish best practice and mitigate liability

Introduction

Chaired by Jonathan Hand of Outer Temple Chambers, Butterworths Animals and Liability Conference will examine the latest criminal and civil litigation in context to recent case law. Our panel of industry experts will be on hand to provide you with their guidance and take home advice on the following key questions:

  • Can it be argued that the Dangerous Dogs Act needs urgent amendment?
  • Does the Animals Act require review post Mirvahedy?
  • What can we learn from the Spindles Farm disaster last year?

Event details


Date:

Wednesday 24 November 2010

Location:

Montague on the Gardens
London, WC1B 5BJ

Save £50 when you book by 1 October 2010!
6 CPD
Hours

Benefits

Attend this highly event to hear about the following key issues:

  • The Animals Act 1971 post Mirvahedy – is a review of the Act long overdue?
  • Criminal liability of owners and others under the Animal Welfare Act 2006
  • Prepurchase examinations and veterinary liability
  • The sale and purchase of animals under the Sale of Goods Act 1979
  • Civil and criminal liability of owners of dangerous dogs
  • Landowners duty of care at common law under the Occupiers Liability Acts
  • Health issues for humans arising from animals

Who Should Attend

Personal injury, animal and equine lawyers, all those involved with animal welfare, police and local authorities responsible for prosecutions involving dangerous dogs, veterinary surgeons

Supported by:

New Law Journal