Q: Greetings, I have a man odd situation, a new roommate moved in that had a cat, and so do I, I have a sphynx, we made an
Agreement that she keep her cat in her room for the first month so they can acclimate to each other's scents, and I made it clear how vulnerable my cat was because of his lack of fur, after 1 week of living here she decided all on her own to let the cats together while I was at work, her car attacked mine and he got bit and it abcesed which needed surgery and cost 1020.00 for the first vet fee and a return trip next week, she also decided while I was at work to lock my cat in my room in 90 degree heat with no water bowl, luckily I returned from work earlier then usual to find him in my room panting and he immediately drank a full bowl of water and half of another... the roommate is now dodging me to get back any of the vet money I laid out and is asking me for empathy for her horrible choices which have effected myself and my poor cat far more then the monetary output for this, is there any legal action I can take?!? This occurred in ny city, Brooklyn... thank you!
Jon
A: You can sue for damages related to conversion of personal property and breach of contract in small claims court. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website, www.AEesq.com. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business & Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Child Custody, and Education Law. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or warranties; or create any Attorney-Client relationship.
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