Pumpkin is worth 1.6 million

I read an article about a man who is suing for 1.6 million dollars because of "loss of companionship" when his neighbor ran over his dog I totally understand Our dog is part of our family It's like having another child She has a personality and she is totally loved by everyone in our family and we would be devastated if something like that happened to her



U.S. man seeks $1.6 mln in dead dog suit Tue May 23, 8:22 AM ET


An Oregon man has filed a $1.6 million "loss of companionship" claim against a neighbor who ran over his family's 13-year-old dog, Grizz.

Raymond Weaver ran over the golden retriever and cocker spaniel mix in 2004 with a pick-up truck, forcing the owner, Mark Greenup, to have the animal euthanized, according to a lawsuit by Greenup.

Greenup, whose claim is usually reserved for the loss of a spouse, says the dog provided each member of his family with solace, affection, friendship, love and protection.

Larry Dawson, the driver's attorney, said the dog's injuries were not serious enough to require euthanasia and wants the court to dismiss the loss of companionship claim.

"I've owned dogs and I love them dearly," said Dawson. "But they are by law personal property and you do not get noneconomic damages for personal property."

The case goes to trial on Tuesday in Clackamas County Circuit Court.