Horse Riding Injuries Compensation Claim
Introduction to Horse Riding Accidents
About Injuries caused whilst Horse Riding
Common causes of Horse Riding Accidents and Injuries
Most common types of Horse Riding Accident Compensation Claims we deal with
Common Injuries caused by Horse Riding Accidents
Most common types of Horse Riding Injury Compensation Claims we deal with
Ways to Prevent or Minimise Injuries when Horse Riding
Avoid Equestrian Accidents and Injuries
Horse Riding Injury Compensation Claim Advice
How to start a Compensation Claim after suffering a Horse Riding Injury
Introduction to Horse Riding Accidents
About Injuries caused whilst Horse Riding
It is estimated that three million people in the UK ride horses and it is often seen as a sport or hobby that the whole family can enjoy together - children and adults.
Unfortunately, it is often underestimated how dangerous horse riding can be. Experienced riders will know that however careful you are, injuries are an inevitable consequence of horse riding and that at some point during your time riding, you will most likely suffer an injury of some kind.
If you suffer an injury whilst horse riding which was caused by someone else's negligence you may be able to make a horse riding injuries compensation claim. It can be a confusing area because some horse riding accidents are just purely accidents which were not caused by anyone else. To find out whether we can help you make a claim for compensation after suffering a horse riding accident, complete one of our online personal injury compensation claim forms.
Common causes of Horse Riding Accidents and Injuries
Most common types of Horse Riding Accident Compensation Claims we deal with
Some of the most common types of horse riding accidents our personal injury solicitors and lawyers deal with involve:
- Horse riders being injured due to defective equipment they have been provided with such as a saddle, a girth, a bridle, reins or riding hat.
- Riders being injured because their girth has not been fastened correctly causing them to fall from the horse.
- Horse riders being injured due to riding on an unsuitable surface.
- Riders being involved in a road accident with a motorised vehicle.
- Horse riders being provided with a horse to ride which has an unsuitable temperament.
- Accidents caused due to poor leadership or management of a hack where ideally an instructor should take a place at the front and rear of the group and arrange the other riders and horses between. Too many riders or failure to plan properly and give signals to traffic frequently causes accidents.
If you have been injured in a horse riding accident due to any of the above mentioned circumstances or in another way, contact us to find out if you are entitled to make an accident compensation claim. You can reach us on 08000 224 224.
Common Injuries caused by Horse Riding Accidents
Most common types of Horse Riding Injury Compensation Claims we deal with
Falls from horses can result in a wide range of injuries from bruising and grazing to broken bones, spinal injuries and brain damage.
A horse can reach speeds of up to 40mph when galloping and even very gifted horsemen and women can suffer serious injuries if they fall from a horse, which is probably the most common cause of horse riding accidents.
Falls from horses can happen for all sorts of reasons. It could be simply a lapse in concentration on behalf of the rider or as a result of having failed to tighten the girth properly. It could be due to a defective girth, saddle, bridle or reins or could be because the horse loses its footing and trips. You also have to appreciate that horses are animals with a mind of their own and if they decide to bolt, buck or rear the rider may be thrown off.
Falls from horses can be made much worse for the rider if after they have fallen, their horse then falls on top of them which sadly happens more frequently than you would imagine. An average horse weighs in the region of 500kg and is as tall as a fully grown adult; therefore can cause very serious and sometimes fatal injuries if they land on top of their rider.
Other common injuries caused by horses include horse bites, kicks from a horse, horses standing on a person's foot and horses crushing people against walls or gates inside a stable.
If you have been injured by a horse or as a result of horse riding, you may be entitled to make a personal injury compensation claim. For more information about how we can help you on a cost-free basis, complete one of our online personal injury compensation claim forms.
Ways to Prevent or Minimise Injuries when Horse Riding
Avoid Equestrian Accidents and Injuries
To avoid or minimise the severity of your injuries whilst horse riding you should:
- Take a Riding Road Safety test if you intend to ride on public roads.
- Wear fluorescent items of clothing to make sure you are seen if riding on the roads.
- Invest in a decent properly-fitting helmet which conforms to current safety standards.
- Wear proper riding boots with a heel and instep. Never be tempted to ride in trainers.
- Wear a back protector.
- Learn to ride with a fully qualified instructor and check out the credentials of any school you intend to use.
- Be realistic and make sure the horse you are riding is appropriate for your own riding skill level.
- If you are riding in a remote rural area, don't ride alone.
- Check and double check that the tack (girth, saddle, bridle and reins) are tightened properly.
- Read the British Horse Society's Safety Advice.
If you have been injured in a horse riding accident due to someone else's negligence you may be able to make a personal injury compensation claim. For more information about how we could help you, contact us on 08000 224 224.
Horse Riding Injury Compensation Claim Advice
How to start a Compensation Claim after suffering a Horse Riding Injury
If you or someone you know has suffered an injury whilst horse riding, telephone us now for accurate claim advice.
There are strict time limits in place to make any injury claim including claims related to horse riding accidents. For further information, contact us or visit our Questions Answered page.
Thompsons Solicitors are experts in all personal injury matters. We will be able to advise you whether or not you have a valid claim for compensation. Our specialist personal injury lawyers will be happy to talk you through the process of making a claim in plain English and will be happy to answer any questions or queries you may have. If you do have a valid personal injury compensation claim and you decide to instruct Thompsons Solicitors to deal with the matter for you, we will recover our legal fees from the person responsible for your injury, ensuring that the entire procedure is cost-free for you. Telephone us now on 08000 224 224 or complete one of our online personal injury compensation claim forms.
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