Dog Days in Court

In this episode of Legal Judg(e)ments, host Bob Stetson talks to Jeremy Cohen, a pioneer in pet litigation, about the unique pet case of *Lyman v. Lancer. When Brett Lyman and Sasha Lancer’s relationship ended, a custody battle erupted—not over children, but their beloved Pomeranian, Teddy Bear. This episode explores how courts treat pets as property and family members, the implications of this case for pet owners nationwide, and what it means for future legal disputes over our furry companions.