Q: I sold a puppy with out shots for 20$ now the buyer wants to sue me when I told him the puppy has not getting shots yet?
He claim that right he pick up the puppy the puppy bite his son so in order if I don’t want to get in trouble I have to return back the 20$ that he use to pick up the puppy
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If you sold a puppy without shots and disclosed this fact to the buyer, the buyer assumed the risk of the puppy not being vaccinated at the time of purchase. However, if the puppy bit his son, the buyer may seek damages for any injury caused.
The fact that the puppy was sold for $20 and without shots does not necessarily protect you from liability if the bite caused injury.
The buyer's recourse would typically be through a small claims court if the amount is below the monetary threshold. You should gather any evidence of the disclosure you made regarding the lack of vaccinations. If approached with a lawsuit, you may want to consult with an attorney to discuss your defense and any potential liability you may have in this situation. It is also important to respond to any legal action taken against you in a timely manner to protect your rights.
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