TortsCenter Podcast | Episode 10 | Law in the Arena: Exploring Equine Legal Matters with Kimbrell Hines
Familias multiespecie: ¿Una nueva realidad?
U.S.-licensed vaccines currently exist for hundreds of animal diseases. Among these are vaccines for diseases that affect both animals and humans, including rabies, West Nile virus, brucellosis, leptospirosis, and Lyme...more
It has been just over a year since the U.S. Supreme Court rebuffed a challenge to California’s controversial Proposition 12, which prohibits the sale of certain meat products within the state unless the animals were raised...more
A report arguing for raising taxes on alcohol and sugar-sweetened beverages, a law requiring labels to disclose if an animal was harmed during production, a lawsuit calling grain alcohol "inherently dangerous," and more. It...more
On April 30, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), approved the use of a gene-edited pig to confer resistance to Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS), a devastating swine disease....more
When veterinary associates evaluate an employment offer, they often focus on the base salary or production percentage. But buried in many agreements—usually somewhere between “bonus compensation” and “reconciliation...more
Current Market Overview - The veterinary real estate market remains active in 2025, though it’s evolving in response to broader economic conditions. Rising interest rates, limited inventory in high-demand urban and suburban...more
On April 22, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced coming FDA actions aiming “to phase out all petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the nation’s food supply” and to prompt the food industry...more
New York’s Court of Appeals has overturned decades-old precedent and permitted victims of animal-related injuries to recover damages against an animal’s owner. An injured person can now pursue claims against an animal’s owner...more
In this episode of TortsCenter, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn sit down with Segal McCambridge senior associate Kimbrell Hines to explore the unique and often misunderstood world of equine law. Kimbrell draws...more
As a veterinary professional, maintaining a positive and professional relationship with clients is crucial. However, there are instances where it becomes necessary to end the VCPR. Whether due to non-compliance, failure to...more
The veterinary industry has experienced significant transformations over the past few years, particularly in the realm of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). As we look at the state of the market in 2025, it is crucial to analyze...more
At USEF’s 2025 annual meeting and awards in Lexington, KY, the theme was “it’s all about the horse.” The annual meeting captured the challenges and successes the United States horse industry experienced in 2024 and what...more
A New Hope in Kidney Transplants: The Promise of Xenotransplantation - Joe’s struggle for a kidney transplant highlights a dire reality: donor shortages are leaving countless patients in limbo. Enter Dr. PK, a pioneering...more
The FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine released the Final Guidance for Industry today for its enforcement policy for AAFCO-defined animal feed ingredients. The big news is that FDA will no longer be reviewing the annual list...more
As an attorney representing veterinarians and veterinary practices, I have seen firsthand how rapidly the veterinary field has adapted to technological advancements, particularly telemedicine. The COVID-19 pandemic...more
Ranchers-Cattlemen Action Legal Fund v. USDA On October 30, 2024, a group of plaintiffs headed by the Ranchers-Cattlemen Action Legal Fund (R-CALF), filed a complaint (Case No. 5:24-cv-5085 (D.S.D.)) against the U.S....more
It has been a year since the FDA announced their goals for the future of animal and veterinary products in the Animal and Veterinary Innovation Agenda (available here: Animal and Veterinary Innovation Agenda). The Agenda is...more
Purchasing a pet care facility, whether it’s a boarding kennel, grooming salon, or daycare, can be an exciting venture for animal lovers and entrepreneurs alike. However, buying this type of business requires careful planning...more
As veterinary practice owners in 2024, you find yourselves at the intersection of rapid technological advancements, evolving industry standards, and increasingly stringent regulatory frameworks. The landscape is complex and...more
Imagine this: you’ve got a weekend BBQ lined up with friends, and you’re ready to impress with mouthwatering steaks and chicken wings. You head to the supermarket, excited to pick the best cuts, but as you browse the meat and...more
On August 28, 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released an updated guidance document regarding the substantiation of all animal-raising and environment-related claims on meat and poultry packaging. This new...more
Over the past few years, significant shifts have occurred within the veterinary field, especially when it comes to veterinary practice ownership. Independent veterinary practices have increasingly been sold to corporate...more
On August 1, 2024, following five years of litigation, Tevra’s antitrust suit against Bayer Healthcare LLC came to an end. Tevra, a manufacturer of generic version topical flea and tick medications, alleged that Bayer engaged...more
Starting on Aug. 1, 2024, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is simplifying its regulations regarding the entry of dogs into the United States. CBP still wants to be sure that rabies does not “enter” the United States...more
En este episodio de "A Lo Legal En Par Minutos", nuestro socio Edwin Cortés habla con Catalina Gutiérrez, abogada de propiedad intelectual, sobre el tema de las familias multiespecie en Colombia. Detallan que a pesar de la...more