The Horse Protection Act prohibits sore horses from being shown, exhibited, sold, or transported in interstate commerce. Civil penalties reach up to $7,183 per violation (inflation-adjusted from the statutory $2,000 cap), with possible disqualification from horse events for at least one year on a first offense.
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First Steps for Purchasing a Horse in Florida
A horse purchase without proper documentation and required disclosures is not a calculated risk. It is an avoidable one.
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Do you know what Florida actually requires before a horse sale closes? From a mandatory negative Coggins test to a written bill of sale that must...
Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirements
As of March 26, 2025, all U.S.-formed corporations and LLCs are fully exempt from BOI reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act. Foreign-registered businesses in Florida still face real deadlines.
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Can Your Business Partner Force a Buyout?
Whether your partner can force a buyout depends primarily on what your partnership agreement or operating agreement says, and if it says nothing, Florida’s default statutes supply the governing rules.
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The conference table that once felt like neutral ground now has sides. Your business partner...
Horse Sale Warranties and Representations
Florida has some of the most comprehensive horse sale regulations in the nation, and understanding how warranties and representations work in an equine transaction can mean the difference between a sound investment and a costly legal dispute.
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You found the right horse. The ride went...
How Do You Enforce a Non-Compete Agreement Against a Former Employee?
In Florida, acting swiftly after discovering a non-compete breach is crucial. Delaying your response can weaken your case and limit your chances of securing an injunction, so gather evidence and take action as soon as possible to protect your business interests.
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You trusted them with...
Enforcement of Verbal Agreements in Equine Breeding or Leasing
A handshake deal can turn into a six-figure dispute when memories differ and nothing is in writing. Florida law makes verbal equine agreements difficult to enforce, so documenting every breeding and leasing arrangement, no matter how trusted the relationship, is your best protection.
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You agreed...
Liability When a Rider Is Injured During a Lesson or Clinic
Waivers help protect instructors from liability, but they must clearly reference negligence and meet Florida legal requirements to be enforceable.
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Teaching horseback riding involves inherent dangers that create liability exposure for instructors and facility operators. When a student is injured during a lesson or clinic,...
What Happens When a Shareholder Wants to Exit a Closely Held Business?
A well-drafted buy-sell agreement provides the clearest exit path, but shareholders without one still have options including negotiated buyouts and statutory remedies.
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Closely held businesses, including family companies, small corporations, and partnerships with limited owners, present unique challenges when a shareholder wants out. Unlike publicly...
Should You Settle or Litigate Your Business Dispute?
When a business dispute arises, the first question many owners ask is whether they should pursue a settlement or take the matter to court. Settling offers speed and predictability, while litigation may provide a stronger path when the facts, stakes, or principles require a definitive ruling. The right approach depends on the...