Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania
Loss of pet
Can I sue the SPCA if their employee was negligent and my kitten died?
Asked on 1/22/09, 8:30 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Roger Traversa
Arjont Group (Law Office of Roger Traversa)
Re: Loss of pet
You asked about suing the SPCA.
If you ask me, you're barking up the wrong tree.
I couldn't resist that one. In most cases the SPCA will be considered as performing a government function and as such would be immune unless the agents willfully violated your civil rights or a clear law. Also, damages would be next to nothing as domesticated animals are subject only to chattel value. Essentially, what it would cost to replace the beast.
Regards,
Roger
Answered on 1/22/09, 10:05 pm