Daniel Hauff, "Undercover Investigations: Animal Agribusiness and the Law"

The University of Chicago Student Animal Legal Defense Fund proudly presents the 3rd Annual Animal Law Week, generously supported by The McCormick Companions' Fund.  On Tuesday, April 12th, Daniel Hauff discussed: "Undercover Investigations: Animal Agribusiness and the Law."  Mr. Hauff is the Director of Investigations at Mercy For Animals.  In this capacity, Mr. Hauff works closely with attorneys, veterinarians, and animal welfare experts to compile farmed animal cruelty cases, which have strengthened animal protection laws.  His undercover investigations department has gained national recognition for its extensive work to document and publicize the institutionalized mistreatment of factory-farmed animals.  These investigations have led to rescue of abused and neglected animals, passage of landmark legislation, and corporate policy changes.  Mr. Hauff earned his Bachelor's Degree in International Studies with a concentration in Human Rights and Social Justice from DePaul University.