I purchased a dog with the understanding that the dog was in good health only later to find out that the dog had a heart murmur and has also since deteriorated and is now not using his left leg secondary to massive hip dysplasia with femur anomalies what are my options since I did not get a bill of... View More 
answered on Nov 11, 2016
Seems like you could possibly have a breach of contract with the seller of the animal. Consult counsel.
But he doesn't recognize her as his owner and I've became attached what should I do
answered on Oct 13, 2016
If your sister is the rightful owner of the dog, the the dog is not yours and should be returned.
Going through a divorce. Married less than two years. Wife took my 9yr old Springer Spaniel to vet for an ear infection and had him put to sleep without my knowledge or consent. Can I bring a lawsuit against her? Is this a felony or misdemeanor? Thank you.
answered on Sep 3, 2016
None of the above. If the dog went to the vet and was put to sleep I assume the vet had a reason. They aren't in the business of euthanizing dogs. She had equal right to the dog, so I don't see a suit. Even if you could bring one the law views loss of a pet as loss of the economic/market... View More
My 15 years old dog was taken out of my fenced in yard by animal control, but they left my four other dogs. She was very skinny, but she always ate. She was just old, and it was pretty obvious she was. They left no warrant or notice. It took me two days to even figure out she was in the pound... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2016
Technically they may have violated the law by taking property--even if they claimed it was due to emergency circumstances.
Suggest you see if there is an animal rights lawyer in yor state you can speak with. Groups dealing with animal protection issues would be the best source. Ideally, if... View More
The person I purchased it from assured me if there was a problem they would take the puppy back and refund my money. Now they are saying they don't think they should. Can I take any kind of legal action to make them take the dog back and refund my money as they said they would?
answered on Aug 16, 2016
If they said they would then it's something you can take them to small claims for--ask for costs of keeping the dog or they take dog back.
He unplugged it to use the electric for his on purpose. Apparently he has done this on other times and without permission. What are my daughters renters rights regarding this kind of issue? She lives in Florida
answered on Jun 15, 2016
Its hard to answer this question on the info you've provided. Is there a written lease? That document could contain a clause which allows the landlord a right of entry for inspections, etc. More importantly, Florida law is going to control ( and I'm not licensed to practice law there).... View More
Can they press charges for theft and what rights do i have to the dog
answered on Mar 9, 2016
They can certainly press charges. You have a defense that this was a gift. Possession is considered important but is not conclusive. Who gave the dog the shots? Who took the dog to the vet? Who has the dogs records? Who walked the dog? Who fed the dog? Who initially paid for the dog? How long ago... View More
I warned the kids not to go near him cause those kids are small. And he loves to jump all over everybody.My dog is very hyper. And his nails are a little long so he scratches when he jumps on you. Not knowing his nails hurt. My dog jumped on the kid and he scratched him in the process. I was told... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2015
Did you have a question? Does your homeowner insurance policy cover this?
My dog is very protective and barks a lot, which of course scares some kids. But she was being friendly when my neighbor tried to help us catch her and came to her when she called her, then she started beating her in the face and tells us that we need to do the same to train her properly and says... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2015
Check the TN laws about cruelty to animals and/or animal abuse. A local animal law lawyer can assist.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal... View More
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
