Kimbrell J. Hines Contributions COWGIRL LIFE 5 Tips On Horse Buying From An Equine Lawyer For most horse people, few things are as exciting as purchasing a horse. Unfortunately for some, buying a horse can be a difficult experience– emotions cloud buyer’s judgment, sellers misrepresent, and your new horse may feel more like an adversary than a partner. To avoid a bad purchase, buyers should keep in mind the following: 1.... COWGIRL LIFE 5 Tips When Using Waivers In Your Horse Program Interacting with even the most gentle horse always involves some risk—accidents do happen, after all. Horse owners and professionals can help protect their businesses by requiring all clients, guests, and spectators to sign a liability release agreement, sometimes called a “waiver,” before engaging in horse-related activity. A well-written waiver can protect professionals in the event... HORSES WARNING: Posting A Sign Will Not Protect You At your next visit to a barn or show, look around, and you will probably see at least one “WARNING” sign citing the state’s equine law. Aside from Maryland and California, every state has an equine law. These laws limit the legal remedies for lawsuits seeking damages for horse-related injuries. Despite popular belief, most equine laws...