Q: A vet clinic allowed another person to put my dog down. Can I sue? And how much can I sue for?
My dog had a foot infection and I wouldn't have the money to pay for his vet visit untill that Friday so my friend went with me to the clinic and paid for his service at the time. The vet has me listed as his owners, I have his shot records, and other papers showing I am the owner. The vet said they would amputate the leg and he would be fine, my friend went to go see him at the vet and called me afterwards to let me know she had put him down. The vet hadn't called me or contacted me in any way to ask for my permission or simply inform me.
A: Unfortunately, the LA state Senate has decided that dogs have only their cash value as a show dog or breeder. The same state senators have decided there is no emotional value attached to a dog. If you disagree, write to your state senator. Otherwise, your suit is not worth the bother unless your dog was a purebred with breeding or hunting or show value.
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