What Are Your Legal Responsibilities as a Horse Owner?
Dr. Chris Mortensen presents a comprehensive overview of equine liability laws around the world. The podcast begins with a scenario involving Eli, a riding instructor, to highlight the importance of understanding and adhering to liability laws. Dr. Mortensen delves into various cases and legislations, including the Equine Activity Liability Act (EALA) prevalent in the United States, and similar laws in countries like Canada, Australia, and members of the European Union. He stresses the importance of liability insurance and waivers to protect equine professionals and horse owners from financial and legal risks. The episode also discusses new and controversial laws in Germany, which restrict training horses under 30 months old. Throughout, Dr. Mortensen emphasizes the need for horse owners to stay informed and take reasonable precautions to prevent negligence and safeguard their equine activities. Podcast Timeline 00:00 Introduction: A Riding Instructor's Dilemma 01:54 Meet Dr. Chris Mortensen: Equine Educator 02:16 Global Equine Liability Laws 04:19 Case Studies: Understanding Inherent Risks 05:51 Exploring Equine Liability Acts in the U.S. 16:25 International Perspectives on Equine Liability 32:12 The Controversial German Law on Young Horses 39:33 Protecting Yourself: Liability Insurance 42:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Visit https://madbarn.com/mad-about-horses/ to learn more about the Mad About Horses podcast. --------------------------------- Mad Barn Academy is dedicated to supporting horse owners, handlers and practitioners through research, training and education. Visit us to learn more at https://madbarn.com You can also find Mad Barn at: Instagram @madbarnequine Facebook @madbarnequine TikTok @madbarnequine YouTube @madbarn We would love to hear from you! Please send any questions or comments to podcast@madbarn.com