Legal Question in Personal Injury in Texas

horse riding injury

I live in Fort Myers, Florida. I was visiting a friend in Texas back in November 2006. They were having a trail ride to benefit their ranch. I was riding their horse on back country roads. The horse takes off running, can't get him to stop. During this, I fall off and sustain a concussion with a slight fracture, had nine staples. I saw a doctor 10 days later to have the staples and stitches removed. Have finally made an appt. to see a neurologist about some fellings that I have started having in my right hand and side. My question is, I have insurance, but am worried about the cost that I am incurring for all of this, now and in the long run. Is this something that I should be asking for their insurance company to cover? I don't think I can just ask the friend to help pay for it, because they won't even send me reimbursment for my plane ticket to go out there like they had agreed upon. The accident did happen on a road, not on their property, but it was still their horse. Would I have a case against them and the insurance company, if they had any? Thank you in advance for your time.


Asked on 2/07/07, 1:57 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Philip DeBerard Accident Law Offices of Philip DeBerard

Re: horse riding injury

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Answered on 2/07/07, 2:06 pm
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: horse riding injury

Certainly the owner of the horse could be liable for your injuries. You would need to put them on notice of your claim ASAP. Sounds like they might be afraid of you making this claim. You could have a good case for recovery of your damages. If you want my assistance in this matter, contact me by email.

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Answered on 2/07/07, 2:31 pm
Michael Stewart Michael D. Stewart

Re: horse riding injury

You most likely have a case here. You can contact me on this.

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Answered on 2/07/07, 2:36 pm
Roger Merrill Merrill & Associates

Re: horse riding injury

You may or may not have a case. For example, if the horse has done something similar in the past and you weren't warned about it, then you could allege your friend was negligent for failing to tell you so. To the contrary, if a rattlesnake spooked the horse and caused it to run, your claim would fail. So, you should contact an attorney to find out whether you have a claim worth pursuing.

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Answered on 2/07/07, 4:03 pm


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