HB 4542
Civil procedure: civil actions; remedies for harm, injury, or death of a service animal; provide for. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 2980.
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Bill overview
This bill creates a legal pathway for service animal owners to seek compensation if their animal is injured or killed due to the actions of another person or their animal. It allows owners to sue for damages, including economic losses like veterinary bills and lost earnings, as well as the cost of replacing the service animal. The bill also establishes that liability can exist even if the injury was caused by negligence rather than intentional actions.
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