I agree with Anne and Even. Unfortunately in my contracts the terms were
clearly spelled out and all parties were happy and life was grand.
Then, without notice, one gal who I thought was my friend “surprised” me with a
lawsuit to take my dogs I never saw coming. That suit was settled and I did get
one of the dogs back.
After that situation apparently she solicited four other persons who teamed up
as “new friends” who learned from her experience; breached their contracts and
sued me just like she did.
It is sad, especially when you trust the person(s) and they do that.
What frightens me is if they did it to me what other breeders will they do that
same thing to? My Grandmother used to say, “A Leopard does not change his
spots.” So if she sued me who is next?
If anyone wants a copy of the contract I used, which is actually very well
written and does cover just about every aspect you could imagine, I will be
happy to send it.
Daphne Hereford
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I'm sure you have heard the expression "fences make good neighbors". Contracts
can save a friendship if the terms are spelled out clearly to the satisfaction
of both parties. If it is with a stranger, you better have it notarized and
all the legal stuff.
Maybe that doesn't work either - Evan?
Handshakes are fine but - like I had no idea how much the co owner wanted the
dog to be shown - all at my expense. In my case, it wasn't that bad and we had
a good relationship - I think.
Anne, GA
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On Feb 29, 2016, at 5:34 PM, (Redacted sender "ELG440" for DMARC)
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Of course Daphne and I agree.
If you need a contract with someone, you probably should not deal with them.
But, a contract will outline what both parties expect. I have seen a lot of
litigation when two people had different expectations.
Evan
