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Bandit, a 4-year-old Alaskan malamute, has thrived at Against All Oddz animal sanctuary after being deemed a 'dangerous dog' by a Lancaster judge.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Rescued Lancaster Dog Deemed "Dangerous" Thrives in Genesee County Sanctuary

November 27, 2023

Bandit, a 4-year-old Alaskan malamute, has thrived at Against All Oddz animal sanctuary after being deemed a 'dangerous dog' by a Lancaster judge.

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The Buffalo News
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An Erie County jury clears a Town of Tonawanda man of manslaughter for the 2022 killing of a 19-year-old after a fight in an industrial section of town.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Tonawanda Man Acquitted in 2022 Slaying After Fatal Fight

September 19, 2023

An Erie County jury clears a Town of Tonawanda man of manslaughter for the 2022 killing of a 19-year-old after a fight in an industrial section of town.

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The Buffalo News
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Bo, a once-neglected dog, found hope and healing when Tiffany Amalfi-Speck stepped in. Their journey showcases the power of compassion and the fight for justice against animal abuse.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

The Dog Only Love Could Save

August 26, 2023

Bo, a once-neglected dog, found hope and healing when Tiffany Amalfi-Speck stepped in. Their journey showcases the power of compassion and the fight for justice against animal abuse.

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Times of Wayne County
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Bandit, deemed dangerous, was sentenced to spend the rest of his life at Against All Oddz animal sanctuary. Attorney Matt Albert, representing owner Joshua Gilley, discusses future plans and the legal battle.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Service Animal Bandit Sentenced to a Lifetime at Animal Sanctuary

August 25, 2023

Bandit, deemed dangerous, was sentenced to spend the rest of his life at Against All Oddz animal sanctuary. Attorney Matt Albert, representing owner Joshua Gilley, discusses future plans and the legal battle.

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WGRZ
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Animal advocate Deborah Pangle, who until recently was a longtime Briarcliff Manor resident, sued for the surrender of the dog from its owners, the Piscopiello family of Ossining.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Dog Owner Sued by Animal Advocate for Alleged Abuse

December 9, 2022

Animal advocate Deborah Pangle, who until recently was a longtime Briarcliff Manor resident, sued for the surrender of the dog from its owners, the Piscopiello family of Ossining.

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The Examiner News
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A 2022 dispute at ASHA Animal Sanctuary escalated as neighbors and the owner clashed over cow ownership and welfare. Attorney Matthew Albert stepped in to defuse tensions and seek resolution.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Cattle Controversy at Asha Animal Sancturary

July 28, 2022

A 2022 dispute at ASHA Animal Sanctuary escalated as neighbors and the owner clashed over cow ownership and welfare. Attorney Matthew Albert stepped in to defuse tensions and seek resolution.

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Lockport Union-Sun & Journal
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A $110,000 settlement has been reached after a dog was killed by a Buffalo police detective back in 2013.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

$110,000 settlement reached after Buffalo police shooting of dog in 2013

September 25, 2020

A $110,000 settlement has been reached after a dog was killed by a Buffalo police detective back in 2013.

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News 4 Buffalo (WIVB)
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In 2019, Matt Albert fought to save Chunk the pit bull from being put down after biting a mail carrier. Thankfully, Chunk became a free man!Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Chunk the Pit Bull

October 21, 2019

In 2019, Matt Albert fought to save Chunk the pit bull from being put down after biting a mail carrier. Thankfully, Chunk became a free man!

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Sweet Buffalo
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In 2016, Erie County SPCA's necropsies challenged law enforcement's 'Use of Force' accounts in the shooting deaths of pit bulls during 'No Knock' raids.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Necropsies of Damian and Gotham

October 13, 2016

In 2016, Erie County SPCA's necropsies challenged law enforcement's 'Use of Force' accounts in the shooting deaths of pit bulls during 'No Knock' raids.

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The Niagara Reporter
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In 2016, attorney Matt Albert sought justice after Buffalo Police's narcotics raids resulted in the tragic deaths of innocent dogs.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Matt Albert Pursued Charges Against Buffalo Police in 2016 Dog 'Shooting Spree'

July 29, 2016

In 2016, attorney Matt Albert sought justice after Buffalo Police's narcotics raids resulted in the tragic deaths of innocent dogs.

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The Buffalo Chronicle
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In 2016, India Cummings, battling mental illness, suffered a horrifying fate in Erie County custody, raising concerns of negligence, abuse, and unanswered questions surrounding her tragic demise.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Evidence Suggests India Cummings’ In-Custody Death Was a Homicide

February 26, 2016

In 2016, India Cummings, battling mental illness, suffered a horrifying fate in Erie County custody, raising concerns of negligence, abuse, and unanswered questions surrounding her tragic demise.

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Daily Kos
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In 2016, Lady, the pit bull, faced a second dangerous dog hearing, a saga that began in 2014 when Lady survived a gunshot by an Erie County Sheriff's deputy.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Second Dangerous Dog Hearing for Pit Bull

December 22, 2015

In 2016, Lady, the pit bull, faced a second dangerous dog hearing, a saga that began in 2014 when Lady survived a gunshot by an Erie County Sheriff's deputy.

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WKBW
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Ruby, a black Lab accused of attacking a neighbor's dog, found a second chance at home in 2015 as she was allowed to reunite with her owners.Dark blue pawprint.Court cases icon.

Second Chance for Ruby

April 7, 2015

Ruby, a black Lab accused of attacking a neighbor's dog, found a second chance at home in 2015 as she was allowed to reunite with her owners.

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Daily Messenger
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