In Nevada, the elements for the claim of Civil Responsibility for Wild Animal Attack are:
- At all times relevant hereto, Defendants owned a [LION, BEAR, SNAKE, ETC;] described as __________________________________ (the “Wild Animal”);
- Defendants owed Plaintiff a duty to control the Wild Animal;
- Defendants negligently failed to control the Wild Animal;
- On or about [DATE], the Wild Animal attacked Plaintiff, causing personal injury (the “Attack”);
- Defendants are strictly liable for injuries caused by the Wild Animal;
- Plaintiff has suffered damages;
- Plaintiff is entitled to an award of attorney fees and costs as damages; and
- [ALTERNATIVE] Plaintiff is entitled to an award of punitive damages.
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