If you have documentation in writing, even if it is via text, that you would get the puppy in the event of a breakup, then you have a good argument that the puppy is yours.

Options:

* You could forward the text messages showing there was an agreement you would keep your puppy to... View More

If this person has threatened you more than one time, it is possible you may qualify for a stalking order.

https://www.courts.oregon.gov/forms/Documents/Stalking-PACKET.pdf

You could also file a civil lawsuit for intentional infliction of emotional distress. If you send a demand... View More

If the accident was not your fault, the at-fault party should pay your vehicle damage. If you can prove you had insurance within the last 6 months, you may be entitled to non-economic damages for your pain and suffering if you need medical treatment as a result of your injuries. If you have major... View More

It sounds like you have a case of trespassing water on your land. You will need to get estimates of what it costs to fix the problem and to prevent further damage. You may need injunctive relief if there is no way a contractor can remedy the situation. Also you will need your contractor to serve... View More

More information is needed to establish if there is liability. If the dog was off leash there is liability in most counties. See if you can find out from animal control if the dog has attacked anyone before. If the dog previously attacked someone there would be liability in all counties.... View More

Given that you have so many questions, I would obtain counsel as soon as possible to get a lawsuit filed and preserve your statute of limitations. Even a new member of the Oregon State bar would have difficulty filing a lawsuit and continuing down the litigation process without some mentorship.... View More

I suggest you exercise your right to remain silent if you stole the dog. If you think returning the dog would cause too many questions, you could have someone you trust return the dog for you without making any statements. The dog owner will likely be grateful for the return of the dog. If you... View More

Make a complaint to your local animal control. Find out if the dog owner is a homeowner or has renter's insurance. You are entitled to be reimbursed for any vet bills the vicious dog causes to your dog. If a human is attacked, the human is entitled to non-economic damages for pain,... View More

The courts tend to favor arbitration clauses. They can be difficult to get out of if you want a trial. That said, you can arbitrate the case with an arbitrator.

You did not state what city the injury happened. In Portland, the homeowner or business is responsible for maintaining the sidewalk in front of their home or business. They should have either business or homeowners insurance. Be sure to get some photos of the sidewalk that you tripped on.... View More

If you settle with the at-fault party for the contested vehicle amount and sign a release, you will most likely preclude any settlement or award for the injury settlement. You can accept the uncontested amount offered provided you do not have to sign a release. If you think you are being... View More

Once you sell the dog, the dog is theirs. You could offer to buy it back for a higher price. Or you could buy a replacement dog. That is about all you can do. I feel sorry for both the dog and the kid as neither of them had anything to do with the transaction and they are the ones that suffer.

Our firm practices this area of the law. Your landlord has a duty to maintain the premises in a habitable condition for a residential lease, assuming Oregon law applies. However, you refer to "residents" which implies this may be a commercial lease. In a commercial lease, you will need... View More

I am not aware of any laws requiring veterinarian hospitals to accept animal patients on an emergency basis. I understand hospitals must accept humans as patients on an emergency basis.

My dog needed emergency services I had to call around to find an opening after Dove Lewis informed... View More

Under the doctrine of respondeat superior your landlord is responsible for the actions of his employees and/or agents in the course and scope of their employment and/or agency. If you need an attorney to assist you, there is an attorney fee provision under ORS 90.255 if a lawsuit is filed and you... View More

You must be in a rough state of mind losing your boyfriend and your dogs. If you have title to the dogs or other documentation of ownership of the dogs, you should be able to get your dogs back. Unfortunately, the cost of hiring an attorney would likely exceed the value of the dogs. You might... View More

I am not a mechanical expert. But it sounds like you are being instructed to make repairs to vehicles in a negligent manner that could lead to harm. Your employer is responsible for your actions under the doctrine of respondeat superior. Theoretically, if someone were harmed they could hire a... View More

I agree with the answer of Mr. Holbrook. However, I need to add more:

The filing must also be within any applicable statute of ultimate repose under ORS 30.905(2), usually 10 years from when the car was originally purchased. Note: These rules may not apply to products manufactured... View More

Assuming that the LLC is set up properly, you wouldn't be able to go after the owner's personal assets such as their personal home. However, the LLC is responsible for it's employees under the doctrine of Respondeat Superior. The owner of the property is responsible for the manager... View More

Both. You need to get in tort claim notice within 180 days. You need a civil attorney to assist you.