Whether you are a cat owner trying to ensure your cat will be cared for after your death, a veterinarian sued for veterinary malpractice or at risk for losing your veterinary license, or a dog owner facing a lawsuit for injuries related to a bite or attack, the legal issues surrounding animals are vast, sometimes complicated, and quickly evolving. Current Maryland law provides that pet owners generally cannot recover damages for emotional injuries they suffer when their animal companion is killed by the negligence of another. However, it is possible, particularly as more and more attention is drawn to this area of law, that this will change legislatively or by judicial decision in the future. If it does, the implications will be significant for pet owners, insurance brokers, veterinarians and owners of veterinary hospitals and practices. The lawyers at PK Law are experienced in many types of animal related matters and are prepared to handle a broad range of issues including:
- Pet Trusts
- Defense of Veterinary Malpractice Actions (Small Animal, Equine and Large Animal Veterinarians)
- Disciplinary Actions Before the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
- Animal Property Issues
- Animal Custody Cases
- Liability Issues
- Insurance Coverage Issues
- Veterinary Practice Formation
- Employment and Service Contracts
- Specialty Animals Issues
