The Equine Law Firm is very pleased to announce its partnership with the Horse of the Year Show. Horse of the Year Show team up with The Equine Law Firm for HOYS 2019 Our solicitors have attended and competed at HOYS for many years, and we know that it is a highlight of the equestrian calendar. We look forward to seeing clients and friends of the firm at the 2019 show! The post The Equine Law Firm team up with HOYS! appeared first on The Equine Law Firm (UK ..read more

Take a look at our article prepared with Al Badia Magazine, which advises buyers and sellers of horses in international transactions. Protecting yourself and your business when buying or selling horses internationally The post The Equine Law Firm speaks with Al Badia Magazine appeared first on The Equine Law Firm (UK ..read more

Many competition horse owners look to the Europe and further afield for the most attractive prospects to buy and sell horses. Transacting overseas carries a higher legal risk than domestically. Here are our tips to put yourself in the strongest possible position:- Insist on a clause in your contract which provides that any disputes will be governed by the laws of your country and that any disputes will also be heard in the Courts of your country. This avoids you having to navigate a foreign legal system, and possibly attend a trial abroad, in the event of a dispute. With a longer and riskier ..read more

We were asked by Whickr, the horse sales app, to answer some questions regarding selling horses and the law. To read the full interview go to:- https://www.whickr.com/blog/can-i-really-return-a-horse-after-purchase-and-more-questions-answered-by-the-experts/ The post Take a look at our interview with Whickr App appeared first on The Equine Law Firm (UK ..read more

The British Equestrian Federation this week issued advice urging that “all organised equestrian activity” should stop. The prospect of a prolonged period of social distancing and the impact that it will have on equestrian sport, in particular for those who derive income from it, is daunting. Whilst not competing, you may have more time on your hands, we set out here our key tips for how to use that time productively and positively. 1. Understand the help available to you by virtue of the government’s emergency legislation. Proposed business rates relief should be a significant help to equestri ..read more

…this ancient law which is still in force today could see you in court if you take the reins whilst tipsy. Section 12 of the Licensing Act 1872 provides that:- “Every person who is drunk while in charge on any highway or other public place of any carriage, horse, cattle, or steam engine or who is drunk when in possession of any loaded firearms shall be liable to a penalty not exceeding forty shillings, or in the discretion of the court to imprisonment for any term not exceeding one month” According to information released by the Crown Prosecution Service, as recently as 2014, there were 561 pr ..read more

An important case regarding the loss of a valuable competition horse was recently heard in the High Court. The case concerns a vet’s failure to provide further advice about the prospects of a horse’s recovery and return to competition following colic surgery, and, crucially, whether a yard owner would have passed on the information to the owner of the horse had it been provided by the vet. The Facts The horse developed colic and was likely to die without urgent surgery. The horse was kept at livery. A vet attended the horse and advised the yard owner (the owner of the horse was not present at ..read more

Follow the link below to download your free copy. https://www.theequinelawfirm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Guide-Selling-Horses.pdf The post Download our free legal guide for equine businesses today appeared first on The Equine Law Firm (UK ..read more

Are your breeding terms fit for purpose? If you are standing your stallion at stud whether by AI or natural covering, you should have detailed terms in place for each mare. Examples of key issues to be provided for are:- -Provisions for no foal. Have you adequately defined what constitutes no foal? What is the foal dies during foaling, or shortly thereafter? -Damage caused to the stallion by the mare. -Requirements before the mare visits. Disease certification, removal of shoes etc. -What if the mare becomes ill or injured in your care? You should agree a provision for how she will be treated ..read more

We are regularly instructed by both buyers and sellers who become involved in a dispute following the purchase of a horse. We set out here 5 key tips to reduce the risk when buying a horse. Be clear and honest about your requirements and capabilities. There should be no doubt between the buyer and seller about the suitability of the horse. Ask questions, and keep a record of the answers. You may wish to use our free Pre-Purchase Questionnaire. If you would like a copy, send an e-mail to info@theequinelawfirm.co.uk. Know who you are buying from and what your legal rights will be. If you are bu ..read more