- Papers, Papers – Who Has the Papers?by Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.Two months ago you bought the horse you always wanted. Your goal was to win championships in breed-recognized horse shows. Now, however, it appears that a terrible problem has ended[…]
- Why Do Liability Releases Sometimes Fail? (Part 1)by Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.“Releases are not worth the paper they’re written on.” We hear statements like this all the time. Is this really true? Generally speaking, no. What is true, however, is that releases of[…]
- Why Do Liability Releases Sometimes Fail? (Part 2)by Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.“Releases are not worth the paper they’re written on.” We hear statements like this all the time. Is this really true? Generally speaking, no. What is true, however, is that releases of[…]
- Are Your Contracts Fine-Tuned? Part 2by Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.Do you really believe that you have the “perfect” contracts for your equine activities? Do you believe that your contracts adequately account for the unique requirements of your state’s law?[…]
- Are Your Contracts Fine-Tuned? Part 1by Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.Do you really believe that you have the “perfect” contracts for your equine activities? Do you believe that your contracts adequately account for the unique requirements of your state’s law?[…]
- Myths About Releases or Waiversby Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.In the horse industry, misunderstandings and myths abound regarding important legal topics. This three-part series of articles explores some common myths in the horse industry. Part one discussed the equine[…]
- Myths About the Equine Activity Liability Actsby Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.In the horse industry, rumors and myths abound regarding important legal issues. This three-part series of articles explores some common myths in the horse industry. Part one discusses the equine[…]
- Common Sense Ways to Avoid Legal Disputes When Buying a Horseby Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.Ann always wanted to own a top show horse. Now, she found her chance. Someone has advertised for sale a gorgeous 12-year-old gelding. After years on the show circuit the[…]
- How to Create Costly Legal Disputes Involving an Equine-Related Contractby Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.Are you looking for ways to part with more of your hard-earned money and to create disruption in your life and business? Would you like to increase your chances of[…]
- Turning a Good Boarding Contract Into a Great Contractby Julie I. Fershtman, Esq.Could the following scenario happen to you? You just returned from your dream vacation — a two-week Caribbean cruise. You immediately dropped off your bags at home and rushed straight[…]
- Disclosure Requirements in a Horse Saleby Denise Farris, Esq.Horses sell every day, but when it comes right down to it, most people involved in a horse sale are not exactly sure what facts the seller must disclose. The[…]
- Powerful Tools for Fee Collection For Trainers and Stable Ownersby Michael Beethe, Esq.As an owner of training and boarding facilities, you face collection problems just like all business people. Unlike standard business debt, which remains fixed and liquidated, you face accruing maintenance[…]
- Equine Activity Liability Statutes What Do They Protect?by Michael Beethe, Esq.The 1990’s witnessed a revolution in the laws regarding liability of horsemen for equine-related injuries. As of December, 1997, 40 states have enacted equine activity liability laws. State legislatures created[…]
- “So Sue Me . . .” (Just Hope My Liability Waiver Is Working)by Denise Farris, Esq.I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard a stable owner tell me “They won’t sue me. They signed a liability waiver”. This statement reflects a misconception prevalent in[…]
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