Commercial Disputes and Equine Businesses

Horse law and business issues

The equestrian community are passionate about their horses, and these gentle beasts are very important parts of many equestrians’ lives, often treated as members of the family. But it is important to remember that for many equestrians, horses are their business and their livelihood, not just their hobby.

Horse related business is a major stakeholder in the UK economy, particularly in the high net worth leisure and pursuits sector, and riding stables, livery stables, stud farms, breeders, racing concerns and syndicates are all important contributors to the rural economy, bringing investment and jobs to the countryside.

As with every area of commerce, equine businesses sometimes find themselves drawn into protracted and complicated legal disputes with those who do business with them. In these situations, you may find that you require the expert services of a commercial dispute resolution solicitor who specialises in equine business and countryside affairs and who is able to appraise your situation objectively and professionally, and offer advice and legal assistance which is tailored to the exacting requirements of the legal predicament in which you find yourself. Law on the Web can help you to find the right solicitor to counsel and represent you via its free to use solicitor finder service.

Commercial dispute resolution solicitors can help you in a number of important ways. Firstly, they may be able to help you reach a negotiated resolution to the dispute without having to resort to the expense and inconvenience of legal action. Often a negotiated solution can result in a win-win situation, and can help to build goodwill between you and your suppliers or clients. Overall, this may improve your business relationship, and may enable you to gain more favourable terms in future. If a negotiated or mediated resolution is not possible, then court action may become necessary and in this case you are likely to need expert legal assistance to help you navigate through the complexities of the trial process.

“Commercial disputes” is a broad heading which covers a wide range of different legal issues, including:

• Debt collection
• Breach of contract
• Supply chain problems
• Business leases
• Planning issues

Our guide to damage liability for horses

According to equine law, a horse's owner is held responsible for any kind of damage or injuries which may be caused by the animal in question.

Questions about equine health and safety?

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Solicitors in equine law

Solicitors specialising in equine law are often required by horse owners to provide advice relating to a variety of different equine-related legal issues.