Rhode Island S2610 creates a legal cause of action for pet owners to seek damages for pet injury or death caused by another's negligence or.
Rhode Island S2610 amends the state's laws on cruelty to animals by establishing a cause of action for pet owners to seek damages for the serious injury or death of their pet caused by the unlawful and intentional or negligent act of another. The act sets a minimum of $500 and a maximum of $7,500 for noneconomic damages, with the injury or death occurring on the owner's property or under their control. The act also defines "seriously injured" as injuries involving broken bones or permanently disfiguring lacerations. This act takes effect upon passage.
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