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NJ A4138
NJ A4138Establishes award of damages for pain and suffering to owner of pet cat or dog that dies due to malpractice or negligence by veterinarian, veterinary hospital, or other veterinary facility.
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Introduced
04/04/2024
04/04/2024
In Committee
04/04/2024
04/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes that, whenever a veterinarian, veterinary hospital, or other veterinary facility is found liable for the death of a pet cat or dog due to malpractice or negligence on the part of the veterinarian, veterinary hospital, or other veterinary facility, the owner of the pet would be entitled to, in addition to the reimbursement of the monetary value of the cat or dog and any cost of veterinary care, the award of not less than $5,000 in damages for pain and suffering due to the loss of the pet, as determined and awarded by the court finding the liability for the death of the pet cat or dog.
AI Summary
This bill establishes that whenever a veterinarian, veterinary hospital, or other veterinary facility is found liable for the death of a pet cat or dog due to malpractice or negligence, the owner of the pet would be entitled to, in addition to the reimbursement of the monetary value of the cat or dog and any cost of veterinary care, the award of not less than $5,000 in damages for pain and suffering due to the loss of the pet, as determined and awarded by the court finding the liability for the death of the pet cat or dog.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee (on 04/04/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A4138 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A4500/4138_I1.HTM |
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