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Equestrian Accident Claims

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Due to the increasing popularity of horse riding, there has been a growing demand for equine lawyers. According to the British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) approximately £4 billion is spent a year on horses in Britain.

Horses are an unpredictable animal by nature therefore there is always a possibility that a personal injury may occur. However when injuries are sustained from a horse which could have been prevented, you may be entitled to a compensation claim. The Animals Act 1971 states that a horse owner can be held responsible for injury or damage caused by their horse. Such legislation has made people more aware of their ability to claim for damages.

There are a variety of different types of accidents that are related to equestrian accidents. Common accidents include:-

- An employee could be injured by unpredictable and dangerous horse
- A horse could bolt and cause an injury because of a vehicle that has frightened them by travelling too close.
- A riding school may have been negligent and therefore responsible for a horse accident.

Personal injury claims have become increasingly common, particularly at horse riding competitions. The amount of rules at competitions has been increasing, with the intention of taking the risk out of competing. This has led to a situation where a person or an organisation can be held responsible for an accident.

Often horse related injuries occur at riding schools however owners of riding schools have a duty to provide a safe environment to prevent horse-related injuries. They have to keep up to date record keeping and riders registration forms whilst adhering to general health and safety matters. You should seek advice at MyClaim if you have been injured and you feel that a riding school is responsible for the accident.

If you have been injured by a horse due to the negligence of an individual or an organisation, then you may be entitled to a compensation claim. If you have suffered an injury which was not your fault, please call the MyClaim free phone number or fill in the online enquiry form NOW.