Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

Re: being sued over my dog killing another dog

He cannot sue your homeowner's insurance. He might be able to sue you, however. Many homeowner's policies exclude damages caused by dogs. If you are sued the damages will likely be limited to the cost or replacing the dog.

Re: being sued over my dog killing another dog

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The party can sue you and you can ask your homeowner's insurance to defend and protect you providing you have such coverage. If not, I would suggest you retain an attorney for any action that is filed.

Currently, under Florida law, the loss of a pet is still considered a loss of a chattel (goods) and is not compensible like an injury or death to a human. Thus, any potential damages will most likely be limited to actual damages including the cost to replace the lost dog but not

"pain and suffering".

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: being sued over my dog killing another dog

He can sue you, and your homeowners might not cover it.