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Re: [RC] Liability: horse vs auto - steelsidedown

I think this varies by state .....
 
In VA its considered the same as a deer.  Owner is blameless, except of course, in cases of gross negligence. (gate left open, fence in poor condition)
 
Jen
----- Original Message -----
From: Susan
Sent: Tuesday, October 24, 2006 3:47 PM
Subject: [RC] Liability: horse vs auto

In OK, a horse and rider is a pedestrian and has the right-of-way.  However, a loose horse is the responsibility of it's owner.  So, in the case that was presented, the owner lost 2 horses and would probably have to pay for the repairs to the truck (unless the company waves that off) as well as the driver's wounds (had there been any). 

Who do you think is generally responsible when a loose horse is hit by a vehicle?


Semper Obliquo (Always aside),
Susan [Young], The Princess of Pink
Glenndale Grace Farm, Ft Gibson, Oklahoma U.S.A.
"Ride on! Rough-shod if need be, smooth-shod if that will do, but ride on! Ride on over all obstacles, and win the race!" - Charles Dickens (1812-1870)

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