Being involved in animal related accidents can be serious. Horse riding accidents can have very severe consequences; falls from horses have resulted in paralysis for riders, although this is not common. The recent case of Ashleigh Harris who won £3m in compensation for a horse riding fall highlights where responsibility lies when it comes to animal accidents. If the owner of the animal knew or should have known there was a chance of injury or an accident they may be liable.
Animal owners are responsible for the animals in their care; that includes farmers, stable owners, animal trainers and pet owners. It is possible to make a claim for an array of animal related injuries including animals and livestock that have wandered into the road causing a collision.