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From: cmfaltz@phoenix.princeton.edu (Christine Marie Faltz)
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Subject: Re: Seeking Advice - My CCI Service Dog was Assaulted
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Date: 22 May 91 04:06:35 GMT
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Sandy, I am so sorry about everything you went through.  You don't know
how much I wish I was already a lawyer instead of only about to start
law school!  I'd give this wench and the others a hell of a time--they'd
never deny access or assault another dog again when I got finished with
them.
	First of all, try your local Human Rights Division.  Make it
clear that you want medical costs, punitive damages and the like.
Although you do not live in New York, there is a group which can put you
into contact with lawyers--inexpensive or pro bono lawyers!--who can
help you.  The group is called New York Lawyers for the Public Interest.
They have been very active in fighting for the rights of persons with
disabilities, and they have contacts throughout the country.  I believe
they have a toll-free number, but it won't be available from your area
in all likelihood. Call New York information (212) area code and ask for
their number.
	A last resort--or a simultaneous resort--would be to put an ad
in the paper for information or attorneys.  Don't give up, and most
important, check the statute of limitations on cases such as this--if
there are any!  They may be trying to stall you.  Good luck!  Please,
PLEASE let us--or at least me--know what hapens.  I will try to get more
information for you.
Christine
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