What Must Be Asked (And When) To Determine Equine Activity Participant’s “Ability”?
A Wisconsin court has ruled that a horse owner is entitled to statutory immunity for injuries sustained by her friend who fell while mounting her horse. Dismissal of the friend’s personal injury claim was affirmed on appeal.
Court Enters $1.6 Million Judgment Against Trainer Who Lied About Cancer Diagnosis
The legal troubles of jumper rider Eric Lamaze have been pending in the Florida court system for the past few years, with the rider/trainer defending multiple lawsuits arising from his horse business dealings with various individuals and limited liability companies.
Florida Jury Awards Damages To Buyer Of “Bucking” Horse
What should have been a horsey-girl’s dream turned into a nightmare when the first horse her father purchased for her turned out to be a dangerous, bucking bronc. Her father sued the seller for misrepresentation, fraud, and violations of Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act.
Workers’ Compensation Act Provides Exclusive Remedy To Barn Manager Bitten By Employer’s Dog
The Virginia Court of Appeals has ruled that a barn manager who was bitten by her employer’s border collie is limited to […]