On Friday, February 3, 2012, CBS aired the trial of horse owner Deborah Dobbs vs. horse trainer Sharon Jeffco on Judge Judy–a case involving alleged injury to a horse at the hands of a trainer. This case has caused quite a stir in the horse community, possibly because of the unique nature of the alleged
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How to Cold-Call an Attorney
By Alison Rowe on
Posted in Tips for Potential Clients
When you find yourself in need of a lawyer, it’s always best to either call on an attorney whom you already know, or to call someone to whom you were referred by a person you trust.
Because equine law is such a specialized niche practice, you might not already know an equine practitioner and you…
Is My Horse Case Worth Pursuing?
By Alison Rowe on
Posted in Liability, Tips for Potential Clients
Anybody can file a lawsuit; the question is whether you can win the lawsuit and collect the judgment. I am writing this post for the benefit of all potential plaintiffs in horse cases who would like some guidance to determine whether a horse case is worth pursuing. To be worth pursuing, a horse case must satisfy five…