I can legally sue you for asking this question. However, it is not likely I will win. Your friend needs to see a lawyer.
2007-11-27 06:21:26
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answer #1
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answered by davidmi711 7
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First off - since it was a work injury it should be covered under Workman's Comp.
Second - Yes, you would think that certain jobs come with certain inherent dangers. Handling animals in any setting leaves the possibilities of bites, scratches, etc. You accept those risks when you accept the job.
The below (or something along the same lines) is found in almost any job discription for a Vet Tech. This happens to be the one for the state of Arkansas .
"The work involved in the basic care of animals may be dirty, repetitious, routine, and demanding. Hazards might include bites, scratches, and/or exposure to infection. ."
2007-11-27 14:24:39
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answered by buggerhead 5
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anyone can sue anyone else for anything. just have to prove your case. if the subject is a vet tech, it is presumed that they are educated and trained in the proper handling and care of animals, including avoiding injury from their charges. the vet tech would have to show that the dog the dog that bit her is dangerous and she wasn't warned of this or that the vet clinic that she works at knew that she was inept and hired her anyway, putting the blame on the clinic.
2007-11-27 14:22:34
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answered by ron m 4
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Depends on the state. Some states might find an implied assumption of the risk of dog bites. Others may allow the suit.
2007-11-27 14:13:36
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answered by Anonymous
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As most of the above answers mentioned, it depends on what state you are in.
Two big jurisdictions, California and Illinois, would rule that the bite falls under implied assumption of the risk. Courts in those states would dismiss the suit rather quickly.
2007-11-27 14:28:46
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answered by Mr Placid 7
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I would say, no. That is the hazard of the job and would be covered under the employers workers compensation laws.
2007-11-27 14:16:26
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answered by Anonymous
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can depend on what state you are in. there is probably a contract at issue in which your friend signed a waiver constituting express assumption of risk and would be hard to break in that job. i would say no case probabaly
2007-11-27 14:14:54
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answered by qb 4
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if your scared of being bit by animals then dont become a vet tech. problem solved
2007-11-27 14:27:52
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answered by Dont get Infected 7
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I would think not. I would think that this was part of the job.
2007-11-27 14:14:44
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answered by Anonymous
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That's why there is workers' comp.
2007-11-27 14:38:40
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answered by scottclear 6
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