Talk with a California attorney. He/she can review the relevant CA statutes with you - in many states, the relevant statutes impose strict liability.

Do i have to pay for a dog they were going to give to someone else for free?

I am inclined to agree with my colleague above, based on the facts you've presented.

Is there anything I can do to someone who keeps taking my cat?

Have you considered keeping your cat inside to avoid the issue entirely?

Adopting purebred dog. How can I make sure the pet belongs SOLELY to the person placing it? What is adequate proof of ownership?

Since you're asking, you must have some nagging suspicion that a handshake deal might not be good enough. If so, you may memorialize your...

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Can i sue if a bitpull attacked my 6lb pomeranian and killed her?

You will have to check the specifics of Georgia law. Based on what you've described however, it sounds like your claim against them would be...

I'm in the dark about my case from my community, cust. care & their attorney & I'm getting charged every time i call for answers

It's not clear whether the attorney to which you refer is your attorney or the attorney for customer care or some other company.

Can the original owner take my dog back?

It will depend, in part, upon the agreement and understanding between you and your cousin when he originally dropped off the dog with you six...

Do I need an attorney re-coup medical expenses and lost property during dog attack? Who is responsible for bills?

You've introduced several factual and legal issues. Since the dog owner appears to be contesting liability, your friend very well might need an...

Where do I find an attorney for an animal attack? (Monkey)

A plaintiff's personal injury attorney with experience handling dog bite cases should be able to help you.

I am on pretrial probation for violating a restraining order. Got arrested for being with someone shoplifting . Jail time?

Both of the responses above are worth reading. The first crossroads: will your probation officer consider your arrest a violation of your PT...