Hey there, Rey “She did things to me” Herrera here, guest-blogging for the old Tester-Man.

And now, without further ado…

The open-minded, forward thinking Colorado lawmakers are possibly close to passing a new law to classify pets as “companions” rather than “property”, paving the way for yet another avenue for frivolous lawsuits in an already ridiculous legal system.

Mom: I’m sorry Timmy, but your hamster Fluffy is dead.
Timmy: Did you take him to the vet?
Mom: Yes. There was nothing we can do.
Timmy: Let’s sue his ass!

The bill: Up to $100,000.00

How many hamsters do you think that could buy?

Don’t get me wrong. I’m a person for the ethichal treatment of animals (though not a member of PETA — that’s a whole other rant) and think it’s probably a great idea. I just shudder to think of the string of hair-brained schemes that my tax dollars will have to pay to judiciate.

But hey, at least your pets will now have more rights to your money than your same-sex life partner.