Does my argument hold weight

I'm not sure that I follow your fact pattern properly. Are you saying that there previously was a "no pet policy" and now pets are allowed with...

Dog bite to another dog

Yes, it is best to have it written up so that she doesn't come back at some point for more money You want something saying that is it a release of...

One of my neighbors made a call to Animal control..They came all tags are up to date, everything is fine.But, I still ha

I would need to see the paperwork that they provided to you. If they have not given anything to you, then something should arrive in the mail. You...

We have a neighbor who feels we do not take care of our dogs and has put up signs such as "I live next to animal abusers"

Have you actual asked her to stop doing this? I would, either personally or through an attorney, send her a certified letter asking her to stop...

I was wondering if it is true, that if someone broke into my house or backyard and my dog bit them, I would get in trouble.

In most jurisdictions, a dog owner is not liable for a dog bite when it occurs to an individual who is trespassing or committing a crime such as a...

Can my landlord force me to pay for damages caused by my dogs, and a dirty floor?

Typically, a tenant is liable for damages that they have caused that are not due to normal wear and tear. If your damage deposit didn't cover it,...

My dog wandered into my neighbor's backyard, scared the cat, and cat bit and scratched my neighbor. Am I liable for the damages?

I would have to say "probably." An owner of a dog is strictly liable for the damages caused by the dog. I suggest that you report it to your...

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What type of lawyer do I need to defend a great dane against a dog bite?

You need an animal attorney that does dangerous dog cases. The facts that you have described are difficult case. It would not be as difficult if...

If my step daughters get injured riding horses, can I be sued?

I practice animal law including equine law. You should get a waiver of liability from the mother. You should also check to make sure that you have...

Amount of time before you can no longer file a claim against someone?

Although I do not practice in Nebraska, it appears as though the statute of limitations is 4 years. I suggest that you get your agreement in...