I noted this case when I first read about it. Rather begrudgingly. And now it seems that my begrudgement was rational. Or should I spell that “begrudgment?” Whichever:
From the New York Law Journal:
Appellate Division, Third Department
The People of the State of New York ex rel. the Nonhuman Rights Project, Inc., on behalf of Tommy, Appellant v. Patrick C. Lavery, Individually and as an Officer of Circle L Trailer Sales, Inc., et al., Respondents, 518336
Unanimous Court Denies ‘Human’ Status to Chimpanzee