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Can I sue the management of my mobile park for not enforcing the nuisance dog law?

Answered 12 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Possibly, if you are upset enough to want to spend money on lawyers to do so outof pocket. This would not be a case where the lawyer gets paid if he wins. You can call our office 1-800-922-6442 for FREE consultation on this issue if you would like.
Possibly, if you are upset enough to want to spend money on lawyers to do so outof pocket. This would not be a case where the lawyer gets paid if he... Read More

In Fla, mu lawn men left a gate open and my dog got out and bit someone, am I liable?

Answered 12 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Starting point is, yes. There may be some issues about "agency" etc., but you are responsiblke to secure your dog. If you would like, we do offer FREE consultations to assist in determing how we can help. Just call 1-800-922-6442.
Starting point is, yes. There may be some issues about "agency" etc., but you are responsiblke to secure your dog. If you would like, we do offer... Read More

if my dog went into another persons yard and got bit by their dog, resulting in the neighbors dog losing a tooth am i at fault

Answered 12 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Yes. If you would like, we do offer FREE consultations to assist in determing how we can help. Just call 1-800-922-6442.
Yes. If you would like, we do offer FREE consultations to assist in determing how we can help. Just call 1-800-922-6442.

Who is responsible for the vet bills when a neighbor's dogs hurts my dog on my property

Answered 12 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Sounds like a law school question. If both dogs off leash, its possible some liability of indeterminate amount on both sides.If you would like, we do offer FREE consultations to assist in determing how we can help. Just call 1-800-922-6442.
Sounds like a law school question. If both dogs off leash, its possible some liability of indeterminate amount on both sides.If you would like, we do... Read More

What do I do?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
You're going to either hire a lawyer to defend you, or have to learn to be your own lawyer in short order. It sucks, but it is what it is.
You're going to either hire a lawyer to defend you, or have to learn to be your own lawyer in short order. It sucks, but it is what it is.

What are the laws for a domestic outdoor cat and cap-napping?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
You should review the laws and ordinances of the area where you live. Almost all of them prohibit the "outdoor cat" concept and treat them as strays. In many instances, strays are simply destroyed where the animals with collars generate a call to the owner to come pay exhorbitant fees to retrieve their animinal lest it be destroyed. Your best bet is to make your cat an indoor cat because they cant take off the street what isnt there.... Read More
You should review the laws and ordinances of the area where you live. Almost all of them prohibit the "outdoor cat" concept and treat them as strays.... Read More

if you have a dog registered as a support dog and the landlord tries to kick you out can you fight it?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Well, as a general rule, you may be entitled to have the dog and the landlord may be entitled to have you pay pet deposit etc. It all depends on a lot more facts that those you have provided.
Well, as a general rule, you may be entitled to have the dog and the landlord may be entitled to have you pay pet deposit etc. It all depends on a... Read More

Posting pictures online

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Possibly. Anytime you use people likeness or property for commerical gain, there can always be issues. Biggest question is, whether its worth spending attorney's fees to address it?
Possibly. Anytime you use people likeness or property for commerical gain, there can always be issues. Biggest question is, whether its worth... Read More

my dog nip a lady on her feet

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Yes...but she'll still have to prove damages.
Yes...but she'll still have to prove damages.

condo owner will not comply with city/county leash laws and lets their dogs run free on condo grounds. I want them to follow the laws

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
If you want to spend the money on lawyers, you can file a nusiance suit. That usually gets thier attention.
If you want to spend the money on lawyers, you can file a nusiance suit. That usually gets thier attention.

dog bite in my home

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Probably yes. What made you think it was a good idea to bring an animal to a house showing or not secure it? As a practical note, there may not be any real damages so it may just be more of a angry mom threat that legal likelihood. If it was your house, you should notify you homeowners coverage if a formal claim is made immediately.... Read More
Probably yes. What made you think it was a good idea to bring an animal to a house showing or not secure it? As a practical note, there may not be... Read More

I am suing a vet. in small claims court. I am filling out an Amended Statement of Claim Form. I originally put Lisa Singer, DMV. as the defendant.

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
If you are asking such questions and in litigation with lawyers, you need to consider hiring a lawyer yourself, before you get yourself in financial trouble. There will be hundreds of such issues popping up in your case.
If you are asking such questions and in litigation with lawyers, you need to consider hiring a lawyer yourself, before you get yourself in financial... Read More

I got a notice that my dog was not vaccinated and due to that i needed to pay a fine. I got rid of my dog way before that and wrote a letter stating

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Did you inform them that you had no dog to vaccinate? If not....it sounds like there may be other issues that you dont undertstand driving this.
Did you inform them that you had no dog to vaccinate? If not....it sounds like there may be other issues that you dont undertstand driving this.

How can I whistle blow on my boss/owner of the business, without being charged with slander?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Merely, "blowing the whistle" doent stop defamation claims. It all depends on what you say, to whom, and when. Generally, if what you say is provably true, that is always an absolute defense to defamation. What you desribe is not a whistle blower to the government, but telling his customers you view of his service. You should be cautious in what you do and say to be sure.... Read More
Merely, "blowing the whistle" doent stop defamation claims. It all depends on what you say, to whom, and when. Generally, if what you say is provably... Read More

can i sue some for a dog bite that did not happen

Answered 12 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
You may have a case for filing false claim/malicious prosecution. However you will likely have to hire a lawyer to prosecute it as most lawyers wont take such a case if they have to collect money from indivual to get paid.
You may have a case for filing false claim/malicious prosecution. However you will likely have to hire a lawyer to prosecute it as most lawyers wont... Read More

Can I get a refund for an animal that I purchased that had a 7 day warranty, but then died 13 days after purchase?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Unfortunately, when you fill in an explanation with lots of "think thats" and "what had happened" statements, the answer is rarely going to be good. If you knew the animal was sick and didnt take it to the vet, the responsibility well may be yours and there is no excusing that. You should have either taken the animal back to the shop or the vet  immediately. Then you would have known exactly what the problem was and whether the shop had some liability. It may be impossible to sort that out at this point, unfortunately. ... Read More
Unfortunately, when you fill in an explanation with lots of "think thats" and "what had happened" statements, the answer is rarely going to be good.... Read More

What can my neighbors do if my dog bites their dog?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Well they may be able to sue you for damages or an injunction and if its a gated community, I assume a home owners association may also be able to take action against your mom, if there is an issue with the dog. This may force you to spend thousands of dollars fighting to keep the dog, removing the dog, or forcing you to move to keep the dog. You may want to hire a lawyer to help you sort this out and keep it from escalating.... Read More
Well they may be able to sue you for damages or an injunction and if its a gated community, I assume a home owners association may also be able to... Read More

what kind of lawyer would I need for being attacked by a dog

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Mr. Jason Todd Corsover (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
A lawyer that takes care of personal injury cases with experience handling dog bite claims would do the job.  While many dog bite cases are pretty standard, there are issues that you must be aware of including whether the dog owner carries insurance (or if there is an exclusion), the extent of injury, the dog's prior history, and extenuating circumstances that may be involved.  Please feel free to contact me at 954-727-8285 if you would like to discuss your case.... Read More
A lawyer that takes care of personal injury cases with experience handling dog bite claims would do the job.  While many dog bite cases are... Read More

What to do if clients dogs fight under my care, clients refuse me to seek vet treatment

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
No way to know as to liability issues as too many variables. Ex. if your paid to watch dogs and you put them in positon to "fight" they may claim this is what they paid you to avoid, etc. You should document thier direction for no vet care, so that any claims by them in this regard are documented. However, you may have to use your own judgment re: medical care for injured animal as animal control might not accept "owners said no" as a defense to animal cruelty charges, etc.... Read More
No way to know as to liability issues as too many variables. Ex. if your paid to watch dogs and you put them in positon to "fight" they may claim... Read More

2 puppys was stolen out of yard

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Seems like your best bet will be a civil suit unless the other person is arrested and convicted of the theft. We do this type of litigation, however, it is likely an "hourly rate" retainer type case. We do offer FREE in office consultations. 1-800-922-6442.
Seems like your best bet will be a civil suit unless the other person is arrested and convicted of the theft. We do this type of litigation, however,... Read More

my dog while playing gave another dog a laceration they want me to pay vet bill

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Quite possibly so if by "making a manor laceration" you mean a bite. If you cant come to an agreement you may well have to defend the lawsuit, unless there are some waivers etc associated with use of the dog park.
Quite possibly so if by "making a manor laceration" you mean a bite. If you cant come to an agreement you may well have to defend the lawsuit, unless... Read More

I took my son's dog to local dogpark. Other dog owner states my dog a ttacked her dog

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
You will likely have to hire an attorney to defend the issues for both of you, as you are actively being sued. It is rarely a good idea to represent yourself as this is how many people in small claims court end up with judgments against them.....and THEN go looking to hire a lawyer when its too late.... Read More
You will likely have to hire an attorney to defend the issues for both of you, as you are actively being sued. It is rarely a good idea to represent... Read More

Foster and Adopt laws when it comes to a rescue

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Unfortunately, this is likely an issue that will require you to decide whether its important enough to actually spend money hiring an attorney at an hourly rate/retainer to address this issue. While you may get a bunch of "off the cuff" freebie opinions, most of them will simply be cast generalizations etc.... Read More
Unfortunately, this is likely an issue that will require you to decide whether its important enough to actually spend money hiring an attorney... Read More

Is the veterinarian liable for escape of my cat from her clinic?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
Possibly. As animals are typically treated as personal property you may have something called a "bailment" to work with and possibly pfrofessional liability issues due to licensure. Reall issue is whether you want to spend money hiring lawyer to make such claims for you as it may be very difficult to find a lawyer to take the case on a contingent fee (paid % of damages if they win type fee) as it may be very difficult to place a $$ value on this type of case.... Read More
Possibly. As animals are typically treated as personal property you may have something called a "bailment" to work with and possibly pfrofessional... Read More

How do I notify a homeowner that they may be held criminally responsible for their dog "business"?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Animal
First, I would be cautious in accusing someone of criminality as this could have grave repercussions. You should probably retain an attorney to send s cease and desist letter, and if not consider a "nusiance" law suit.  You should also be extra vigilint in protecting your dogs, keep them inside etc., to make sure that nothing horrifc happens util you get the issue resolved.... Read More
First, I would be cautious in accusing someone of criminality as this could have grave repercussions. You should probably retain an attorney to send... Read More
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