Kim Richards dog bite cases are taking forever to work through the court system. Kyle just recently settled the most egregious of the numerous dog bite cases for an undermined amount. She was on the hook because she owns the apartment that Kim lives in. The horrific details of that case can be found here. It happened AFTER the case I am about to discuss. I believe this was the FIFTH dog bite. Kyle has to be pissed about this. Especially since Kingsley bit her kid.
Yesterday, this case was ruled on by a judge finally. Here are the details of that case that I posted on June 3, 2015.
A fourth person has joined the list of people who are suing Kim Richards over a dog attack by Kingsley. Kelly Crossley has filed documents with the court, obtained by TamaraTattles.com that allege that on September 1, 2014 she visited Kim Richards house at the time of her visit Kim referred to Kingsley as “her dog;” however, after the attack, one of Kim’s lawyers sent a letter saying that the dog belonged to Monty Brinson.
The documents state that the plaintiffs were well aware the dog’s history of biting others unprovoked and that neither took any measures to keep the dog from biting again. She is suing for medical expenses including psychological expenses, general, specific and punitive damages.
She is also suing for loss of income as well as future loss of income and seems to indicate she has been unable to work since the incident due to the severity of her injuries which the document refers to as “grave bodily injuries ” resulting in “great physical and nervous pain and suffering.”The suit is also asking for damages related to permanent physical disfigurement. They suit does not set a specific amount that they are seeking in damages. They are asking for a jury trial and estimate the trial will take about five days. I would think that a jury would be willing to award Crossley a lot more that Kay Rosario got from her trial by judge. So far in this motion I have not seen any graphic photos like these from Kay’s attack included in the paperwork. The motion also gives no specific details of how exactly the attack occurred or her relationship with Kim and/or Monty.
Do you think Kim or Monty will respond to the suit? I expect that a default judgment will be filed after 30 days of the filing on June 2,2015. Stay tuned.
Well I was right about the default judgement, but it took over three years for the victim to get an award. Kim never responded to the case at all. Last week a judge issued a default judgment in the amount of $266,092.39, along with costs in the amount of $865.
Sadly, you can’t get blood from a turnip. As far as I know Kim is not working and her family is supporting her and paying her living expenses.
Damn, what a day this has been.
So will Kyle have to fork out the $266,957.39, or is Kim’s legal melodrama about to hit bankruptcy court next?
Kyle is not on the hook for this one. It happened at Kim’s house when she still had a house. I can’t recall if the homeowner was a defendant on this one I believe Kim was actually renting her house. So if the home owner was named they may be on the hook.
If the homeowner was foolish enough not to demand a renter have a renter’s insurance policy- then it would be on the homeowners insurance. And that policy and homeowner will be on the hook. Fortunately for the plaintiff. Again, Kim Richards skates free. The insurance company could sue KR, but with no $$$, what would be the point?
Doubtful the insurance carrier would pay. Most homeowner’s insurance has a “Canine Exclusion” clause (w/ pit bulls the top dog excluded from coverage). This is why most (informed) landlords will absolutely not allow pit bull type dogs. And homeowners with half a brain ditch the pit as well.
The reality is this victim will probably never see a dime of this money because Kim has no wages to garnish and no taxes to pay.
If this was me…. I would make it my goddamn mission to garnish anything and everything, and ask for her tax returns every damn year.
The news keeps on coming! I love dogs, but this one was damaged from the get go—I am shocked that he wasn’t legally put down. He’s vicious!! OMG, and I just read the old post about the crotch attack. Horrifying!!!
Sadly- Kyle and Maurico will have to bail her out of this mess too- although I’d send it over to the Hilton’s to cover.
I don’t think they have to do anything about this. They are not legally responsible
no but kyle always seems to do it anyway, not because she HAS to but because she looks out for her sister ?
I don’t think Kim is communicating much with Kyle at least according to Kyle’s Instagram account.
Kim is mentally a five year old. I’m sure Kathy and Rick will be responsible for this.
I started thinking about this after I posted my initial comment. Generally Kyle’s been on the hook for Kim’s fuck-ups, but what if the last court filing was some kind of message that she’s done bailing Kim out? I still have a hard time seeing Kyle leaving Kim high and dry, but what if Kathy agrees to step in and save the day this time?
Whatever the case, it’s a very hard situation to be in. We want to help the ones we love, yet there come times when our “help” might actually do more harm in the long run.
I get it – Kim’s dog is vicious, but I believe in “There’s no bad dogs. just bad owners”.
So, they should put Kim down instead? ?
That’s up to Kyle!
Here here! I concur! And she is one bad dog owner who isn’t recognizing the training her dog needs! Or the dog owner responsibilities she needs to possess! I feel badly for that dog, because this situation is out of control and it’s the dog that will lose in the end. Comment from a Rottie owner who understand how to train and live with a big dog.
Every time someone types Here! Here! I say outloud, “Where? Where?” It’s Hear! Hear! as in let it be heard!
Also, I am perplexed by your last sentence. Banjo has me trained and I basically live with him. He made me walk him today and his 80 pound ass fell into a ditch that was obstructed by overgrowth. That was fun for one and all…
I feel your Banjo pain, Glorious Leader. Henry the Beagle not only has me trained, he’s given me some kind of canine-generated Stockholm Syndrome. Most of the time he is a) actively trying to murder me by nipping in front of my feet as I toddle down the stairs; b) actively trying to give me thrombosis by going into a visitor’s purse and removing and consuming 60 grams of cannabis edibles; or c) actively trying to stun me with his butt taser; but at all other times I worship at his velvet-earred altar. Plus he earned some jingle cake this summer when a video of him poaching my coffee went moderately viral (see Rumble’s “Beagle drinking owner’s coffee caught on hidden camera”). I am a responsible dog owner to Henry. I am also utterly in his nefarious thrall, as perhaps you are in Banjo’s.
That video was so cute. Henry’s quite the sneaky one. But handsome. Looks like Uno.
Beagles are the only dogs we’ve ever had.
Katherine, he DOES look like Uno! I found Henry after my first beagle, Milo, died in his prime (of meningitis). It is a chore keeping Henry alive because he will and does eat ANYTHING. But I am in love with beagles.
TT – you got me good! I know it’s hear hear, and yet i think i was typing while thinking 3 or 4 sentences ahead, thus the error. Sorry about the ditch incident, that’s awful. With our dog being around 120 lbs, as you know with Banjo, it’s a matter of situational awareness and sometimes just common sense on behalf of the owner….neither ability KR seems to possess. And though we all feel as it it’s our dog’s world and we are just living in it, give yourself some credit, surely you have taught Banjo a thing or two. 🙂
Dogs and alcoholics are mix no better than guns and alcoholics. I recently moved from quarters with two dying alcoholics. Their dog bit 4 people. Courts only know about two. The dog is a GENTLE GIANT. He has bitten only when he thinks he is protecting those two wetbrains. They flap their arms around and act the fools and the dog is confused. A friend who trained military canines tested him and said he is one of the smartest he’s seen. What a waste. The dog deserves better.
Nanette, that is very interesting. I never thought about the effect an alcoholic might have on a dog. It explains a lot.
dog’s read and work off energy, as we all know, they sense when you’re scared, authoritative, anxious, sick, fearful, happy, all that. They do not like it when you’re chaotic, and addicts/alcoholics give off precisely that vibe. I know, because my dog steered clear of me when I was still using and would be sedated out of my mind. He gave me a wide berth and did not want to obey me. they know, he knew I was not myself. Yet that was different from when I was sober and just anxious or scared, then he knew to stay close to me and comfort. they are such wonderful little creatures.
they do deserve better than owners with substance abuse problems, but thankfully mine has forgiven me for that time and now has a sober mama for 6+ years lol
Kim is a tornado of chaos, even having sent Kingsley to obedience school it won’t matter if the person in charge of the dog does not maintain the standards and the training taught by the school. The dog responds to her, it’s no surprise the poor thing has lashed out and attacked so often, it knows nothing but chaos and instability.
The dog is suffering, and innocent people have suffered attacks, because Kim will not get her shit together and her family refuses to stop enabling. Saving her from consequences is not help, much as their intentions may be good.
Well stated.
To DalaiMama and Shea: How wonderful is it that Shae’s dog was so loyal and so smart. My dog is an important part of my continued sobriety and reason to live. The alcoholics I lived with were MEAN AND TOXIC, not just a sad mess. I wonder if my hero, Brandon McMillan (CBS Lucky Dog) could work his magic on Kingsley. I would like to know when or if he ever has had to make THAT AWFUL DECISION. As Alison pointed out, there is a time when a human life takes precedence, but I think in the case if the dog we lived with, just getting him away from chaos could work. Kingsley SEEMS so sweet at times. And then …
I call him my emotional support animal lol <3
Sooo damn heartbreaking. Poor sweet smart anxious confused pup.
Animal owners are supposed to love and take care of their animals…What I don’t understand from certain animal lovers is: some of you seem to put the welfare and safe-keeping of your animal ahead of the welfare and safe-keeping of humans! I don’t care how much you love your animal, or how much a part of your family it is…If you have a vicious dog, YOU know it..do not then make excuses for it!…this woman knows her dog is vicious(no matter how it got that way), so to then allow it to be around other humans is criminal. Any animal has the potential to hurt, so put it in another room and shut the door when people it is unfamiliar with come over! Do we have to hear on the news again how these vicious dogs kill innocent people! And in case you’re wondering: I am a dog owner and lover, but NO animal life is more precious than an innocent human life.
If Kim does not pay, will the courts order a judgement for her to serve time as an alternate solution?
I can’t believe Kim does not have some hidden money to garnish/how is she paying for her place to live in these days and her lifestyle? Time for Kyle and Kathy to make Kim stand on her own. Hate enablers.
We don’t have debtors prisons in this country. Unless you owe the IRS, then you are charged with fraud and go to Camp Cupcake.
? at Camp Cupcake!
Didn’t I recently see a preview of a TV show with Kim on it? Anyone else see it? That would be income that could be attached.
I think that she’s going to be on marriage boot camp.
Aw, poor Banjo ? ?
Who would go on Marriage Boot Camp with Kim? ?
Just wondering-
the compensation for each couple is different, Kim could be receiving $100.000 – $100, 000??
If you doubt me read on what cast are paid on reality tv.
The couple two married couples from bachelor franchise appeared on this show, It’s s 2 week gig & 1 couple reacieved double above amount.
Does Kim still have the dog?
I always felt bad for Kim. She seemed damaged in some way. A childhood scar maybe?
I wish I had a Kathy or a Kyle to bail me out every time I needed it.
I don’t have much experience with dogs and I definitely don’t know how to train one but I was scared of her dog when he was on the show. He seemed very aggressive and she would allow him to be the leader of the pack. I assume, with a bully breed, you have to control all situations and be the one in charge. Clearly, that is not Kim.
Maybe it is a good thing that I am an only child, because I would be so goddamn pissed at my sister for keeping a dog around that has bitten so many people INCLUDING MY DAUGHTER.
Frankly, I’d be tempted to sue her for my daughter’s medical bills.
I agree!!
Does she still have the dog?
What makes you go to a house of a friend, knowing there is a dangerous dog, there already are some victims and court cases, then the dog bites you, and you sue. It is fucked up. Why even go there?
Ah, so it’s the victim’s fault? Of course it couldn’t be Kim’s fault for keeping a dog that she has said she re-homed…
Well, grow one more brain cell, so you have 2, and then maybe we will talk. Wait, having those 2 brain cells get me one person on this blog willing to go visit Kim and her doggy at this point.
And after those 2 brain cells had some exercise with that task, try to quote me saying it is the victim’s fault. Being a troll for fun?
Wow, triggered! How am I being a troll? Your post implies that it’s the victims fault for going to Kim’s house. Come again? Kim has hidden the fact that she still has that dog, Kyle didn’t even know she still had it, so why would anyone else!
You are being a dick.
Maybe this person did not know about the other incidences…
Was Kim ever forced to put the dog down? I remember on the RHOBH reunions people would ask her about Kingsley still being alive and she was always very cagey with her answers. I remember one time she looked at Kyle nervously when someone asked if she still had him.
I got the impression Kingsley was ‘hidden’ away with a trainer somewhere.
I’m really sickened by this story. No accountability on Kim’s part, as per usual.
Hi. I am a total dog lover, I say this as our 100 pound yellow Lab is trying to push me off my side of the bed in his sleep! I adore dogs but if this dog is still alive he shouldn’t be. Kim is obviously a horrible dog owner and this poor dog will have to pay the price! I just can’t believe after so many court filings against her for this dog biting people he has not been ordered to be put down. Unfortunately at this stage of the game, after biting so many people, I don’t think he can be rehabbed! So sad!
This dog should be put down. He’s bitten several people. He’s aggressive, and there is no excuse for not euthanizing him. I don’t give a shit about whose responsibility it is to ensure he is trained when it comes to making a decision on whether this dog should live or die. The fact is that he’s dangerous and shouldn’t be allowed to live one more day because he may just kill someone during his next attack.
Is it the dog’s fault? No, it’s Kim’s, but that doesn’t change what needs to be done. Kim should be punished for allowing her dog to attack others. The very first punishment should be having the dog removed from her home. If there was a way to bar her from owning any more animals, it should apply to Kim.
I pray she never has a small child around this dog. If the dog injures or kills a child, both Kim and the city should be held legally responsible for not immediately euthanizing the animal. I’m baffled as to why he is still alive.
Totally agree!
Agree with Bri, this dog should have been put down ages ago. I remember when she first got the dog she tried to have it trained by a professional and the damn dog went after the poor guy. There is no training it, and one of these days this dog is going to wind up mauling Kim, or worse.
Can’t imagine any of her kids let their children around the dog, shudder to even think about it. Kim is an awful self centered human being.
Potentially dangerous dogs like Kingsley do not belong with people like Kim. It’s a shame he couldn’t stay with the dog handler or be re-homed to people who would actually keep up with his training. She relied on the dog as an emotional crutch, let him think he’s boss and this is the result. I feel sorry for the Kingsley who didn’t know any better and the poor people that suffered due to her irresponsibility. As uncaring as it sounds I hope the award stands, she’s not allowed to wriggle out of it by claiming bankruptcy and they take every last cent owed to them, regardless of whatever financial mess she’s got herself into… sell any assets she has if need be. She’s been given every opportunity to act like a responsible adult and can’t continue to bury her head in the sand or blame her shit on her past or Kyle.
I think we’re way past “potentially dangerous” with this fella. I thought Kingsley was her son’s dog. That could explain why Kim is in denial about the animal.
But you’re right. She needs to be accountable.
Oh sorry, I meant with her in the first place. Pitbulls are classed as a dangerous dog but are usually perfectly fine with the right training.
He’d probably be a well behaved doggo if he was with a proper owner. I agree with the poster above regarding him being euthanized, 5 times is way beyond the point of it being a fluke.
In the county I lived it was USUALLY three strikes, you’re out. They WOULD examine each case — if your dog bit a person trying to rape you, if your dog bit a burglar who entered your home, etc. The animal control officer said that with chips, it is easier to keep track of a dog’s “criminal record.” They automatically pick them up and “jail” them after the first incident. It cost my former friend a $1,500 fine to get him out of the pound and $500 for the next three years for license and admin. fees. She was required to attend a dog obedience class for $100. AC put up a sign “Potentially dangerous dog” in the front yard, he must be muzzled at all times outdoors, even in his fenced yard. Animal control came out twice before they allowed him back to ensure the fence was secure and high enough. And guess what? Our former neighbors said the dog escapes from THE SAME HOLE in the fence several times a week, then sneaks back in. And she never completed the class. She is in contempt of court and I have a mind to go and rehome the dog — but the dog loves her. Aminal control promised me they will not put him down automatically, but I wish they would JAIL THE OWNERS FOR CONTEMPT.
Never change Nanette ❤ If you know for certain the dog will be given a fair shot at getting a new life do it. Irresponsible owners don’t deserve a canine family member.