Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
need to sue veterinarian for negligent action
what kind of claim? how long to file?
can i force settlement?
vet left dog in sun, heatstroke, dog died
of 3rd degree burns weeks later
vet bills total $10,000
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: need to sue veterinarian for negligent action
This is a good case. Normally it wouldn't be, but the cruelty involved could result in major damages. Consult an attorney in your locality right away. Watch out for legal time limits.
Re: need to sue veterinarian for negligent action
Your question is a bit unclear. How did the vet's actions cause the dog's death? Heatstroke normally doesn't cause burns, especially "weeks" later. One of the things you would have to prove in order to win a lawsuit is that the vet's actions (or failures to act) caused the dog's death. I don't see any connection based upon the limited facts you have provided.
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