Legal Question in Personal Injury in Virginia

If a cow on a public roadway causes an accident, is the owner of the animal liable for damages done to a vehicle?


Asked on 12/10/09, 10:18 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gary Mims Sickels, Frei & Mims

Only if he knew or should have known the cow was on the highway and he did nothing about it; or if he knew or should have known the cow could get on the highway (knew of a broken fence, or didnt close the gate).

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Answered on 12/15/09, 10:56 am


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