Contract FAQs
I have been trying to sell my horse, and finally someone came and tried him and loved him! We negotiated a price, […]
Horse “Co-Ownership” Is Not Synonymous With “Partnership”
Co-owning a horse is fairly common, and “co-owners” frequently refer to themselves as “partners.” Few non-lawyers understand that the term “partner” refers […]
To Catch a Thief
While my law practice mostly involves helping horse people with their businesses and personal equine investments, my legal background also includes defending […]
Braider Assumed Risk Of Getting Kicked
Have you ever wondered if a horse owner or trainer is liable to professionals, like farriers, braiders and veterinarians, if the professional […]
A Horse So Broke, Your Grandmother Could Ride It…?
Grandmother Sues After Falling Off Granddaughter’s Horse A federal court in Oklahoma refused to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a woman who […]
Personal Injury Cases Related to Sport & Animals
Injured Camper Can Sue Horse Owner — Novice Rider Held Not To Assume Risk That Horse Was Inappropriate A California appellate court […]
The “New” Florida Sales Law – Does Anyone Care?
Every once in a while, particularly during the winter months, someone will ask me “What’s up with that new Florida sales law.” […]
Respecting the Rights Of the Disabled With Service Animals
Understanding the rights of the disabled to use their service animals Who would discriminate against a disabled person with a service animal? […]
Service Animals 101 – Know Your Rights
What is a “service animal”? Current Regulations, that went into effect in 2011, define a “service animal” as either a dog or […]
Warranties in Horse Sales – Separating Fact From Fiction
The #1 Biggest Myth in the horse industry: Every horse is sold “AS IS.” When a horse is sold “AS IS,” the […]