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[LA] [LA] Can I sue if my dog was attacked by another dog?

My dog was attacked by the neighbor's pitbull while I was on vacation. The pittbull was on my parents' property, not its own, and was not restrained. Several vet bills were required to save my dog after the attack. Do I have grounds to sue for reimbursement?

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Yes. This would be grounds for a lawsuit for the veterinary bills and other damages.

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My dog was attacked by the neighbor's pitbull while I was on vacation. The pittbull was on my parents' property, not its own, and was not restrained. Several vet bills were required to save my dog after the attack. Do I have grounds to sue for reimbursement?

Lexi

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I'm sorry to hear about what happened to your dog.

Were there any witnesses to the attack?

Yes. My father, brother and the pit bulls owner

Lexi

Lexi, Chatbot

Have you reported the incident to animal control or the police?

I will tomorrow.

Lexi

Lexi, Chatbot

Is there anything else the Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with your dog attack case.

No that’s all.

Evan

Evan

Thanks for using AskaLawyer. My name is Evan and I will be answering your question.

Evan

Evan

Sorry to hear about this situation. To clarify, what state did this occur in?

Thanks.

Louisiana

Evan

Evan

Yes. This would be grounds for a lawsuit for the veterinary bills and other damages.

OK thanks.

Evan

Evan

Here is an overview of the process for a small claims lawsuit.

You can claim up to $5,000.

Evan

Evan

Please let me know if you have any additional questions I can help with.

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