[Cyn]

I am looking for a good liabilty waiver when my kids friends come over to ride.

[monica-n-shiloh]

I dont have an exact copy for you but I can tell you exactly what should be in it according to 2 business classes I've taken.

1)States awaremess of the risks the rider takes and that they will not hold the stable responsible.
2)Minors need an adult to sign
3)Complete accident documentation is the key
4)Use a title the person understands such as "Release or Waiver of Liability"
5)Use clear and easy wording
6)Identify persons to be released from liability
7)Use bold capital letters to draw attention to important parts
8)Signer should include full name, address and phone number
9)Name the state that whose law applies
10)List when parties will be bound and activities involved in
11)Make sure applicable to state law
12)Include a statement of acknowledgement that the reader has read and understands the release

thats about it. If any of this is confusing just ask.

[Blistering Winds]

Also, get a copy of the State Equine Law and make sure it is in your liability waiver that will cover you pretty good.

It usually states something like this:

Under (state) law, a farm activity sponsor, farm animal professional, or other person does not have the duty to eliminate all risks of injury of participation in farm animal activities. There are inherent risks of injury that you voluntarily accept if you participate in farm animal activities.

Make sure you don't make any references, even verbally, that NOTHING WILL HAPPEN. That can get you in court.

Anytime anyone rides my horse, the first thing they usually ask is if he bucks or bolts or overall good. I say that he hasn't done it with me yet and is normally pretty good. But I'm not promising anything.

Good luck. Stand your ground if the parent freaks out. They are your horses and your finances that will be hurt if that kid gets hurt. So make sure you get it signed.

Oh, you can also call a real estate lawyer who does ag real estate and see if they have a liability waiver that you can purchase from them. doesn't cost much, but the Attorney is also liable to you for loop-holes that you get busted on.

[ejforrest]

You can pick up a metal sign that has the law on it at any feed store or tack shop. I have one on my fence where "everyone" can see it and read it.

[Dawn]

Although that is an excellent thing to have, it is still essential to have all people sign an indvividual waiver.

[ejforrest]

A waver is nice if you have a riding stable or boarding stable, just to have people on your property helps having this sign so they are aware of the law. They can still sue (no one needs a reason anymore) but at least you made the effort to inform people of the Equine Law.

[tn walker]

Cyn, check your pm's. I'm sending you copies of the ones I use (different ones for different circumstances.)