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Rachel Kosmal McCart is the founder and principal attorney of Equine Legal Solutions, PC (ELS), an equine law firm based near Portland, Ore. McCart is a graduate of the Duke University School of Law and licensed to practice in four states: California, New York, Oregon, and Washington. She is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. ELS represents clients in litigation, helps resolve equine disputes, drafts customized equine contracts, represents clients in horse industry disciplinary hearings, and incorporates equine businesses. Learn more at www.equinelegalsolutions.com.
Posted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Dec 29, 2021 | Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Commentary, Equine Welfare Legislation, Horse Care
Find out what you should tell buyers about the horse’s challenges and how to ensure he gets an appropriate home.
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | May 21, 2020 | Blogs, Business Management, Horse Care, Horses and the Law, Legal Concerns & Legislation, Recordkeeping, Sales, State & Local Legalities, Welfare and Industry, Working With a Veterinarian
Buying a horse is a lot like buying a used car. Both take a lot of research, plus some experience and smart buying strategies, to make a purchase you’ll be happy with. Use this guide and tips, developed by equine legal experts, to get prepared for your first horse.
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Apr 18, 2019 | Business Management, Sales, Welfare and Industry
How you represent a horse for sale to potential buyers is serious business. What you say could inadvertently create liability for you, so choose your words carefully.
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Mar 5, 2019 | Article, Barns and Sheds, Buildings & Structures, Business Management, Farm and Barn, Insurance, Legal Concerns & Legislation, Recordkeeping, State & Local Legalities
What should be included in a liability contract for farm sitters?
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Oct 24, 2017 | Boarding, Business Management, Farm and Barn, Horse Industry News, Legal Concerns & Legislation, Media, Podcasts, Recordkeeping, State & Local Legalities
Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart share insight for barn owners trying to collect money from delinquent boarders.
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Oct 23, 2017 | Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Business Management, Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Media, Podcasts, Sales
When do you need to tell a buyer about a horse’s past negative behaviors? Find out from attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart.
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Oct 20, 2017 | Basic Care, Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Horse Industry News, Legal Concerns & Legislation, Media, National & U.S. Legalities, Podcasts, Safety, State & Local Legalities
What if someone enters your horse pasture without permission and gets hurt? Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart responds.
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Oct 19, 2017 | Arenas, Buildings & Structures, Farm and Barn, Horse Industry News, Legal Concerns & Legislation, Media, National & U.S. Legalities, Podcasts, State & Local Legalities
Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart addresses the risks related to allowing people to ride in your noncommercial arena.
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Oct 12, 2017 | Ask TheHorse, Basic Care, Boarding, Business Management, Equine Welfare Legislation, Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Insurance, Legal Concerns & Legislation, Media, National & U.S. Legalities, Podcasts, Recordkeeping, Sales, State & Local Legalities, Working With a Veterinarian
Learn about sales agreements, leasing horses, liability, and more during our live event.
Read MorePosted by Rachel Kosmal McCart | Aug 22, 2017 | Article, Horse Industry News, National & U.S. Legalities, Recordkeeping, State & Local Legalities, Taxes
Learn the difference between an employee and independent contractor and what that could mean for your equine operation.
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