I would like to thank you for taking the time to talk to me yesterday regarding my deceased mare Picante. Your credentials are very impressive and I would certainly feel confident if you were handling Picante’s case. D. Largeteau, Axens North America more testimonials...   Click on the Article title of interest (below) If you are interested in particular topics, feel free to Contact NAES. We will be adding articles on a regular basis; check back for updates. Title: "The Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017 - Who is it Protecting?" Author: David D. Johnson Synopsis: The Safe Sport Authorization Act of 2017 is an American law which establishes protection for young athletes. Among its provisions, it established the United States Center for Safe Sport as an independent entity to investigate reports of abuse and protect athletes from abuse in the United States Olympic movement..... Click Here For the full story Title: "IRS Section 469 - Its effects of the equine industry and those involved" Author: Allyson Nelson Synopsis: Most of us consider our time spent with the horses a hobby and some of us consider it to be a business. Those who look at their time with the horses as a business need to be aware of IRS Section 469. Click Here For the full story Title: "Care, Custody or Control Insurance" Author: Valeri Buman, NAES Synopsis: Care, Custody or Control (CCC) insurance is a separate policy from standard Commercial General Liability (CGL) coverage. The purpose of Care, Custody or Control insurance is to provide coverage for anyone working with horses that do not belong to them. Click Here For the full story Title: "Eventing Injuries - The different opinions as to why we have seen an increase" Author: Allyson Nelson Synopsis: There is a debate as to why a rise in injuries to both the eventing horse and rider has recently occurred. Click Here For the full story Title: "What Documents Are Necessary For Proof Of Equine Ownership?" Author: Valeri Buman, NAES Synopsis: The sale of a horse that safely benefits all parties includes a couple more steps than just a hand shake. Click Here For the full story Title: "National Equine Health Plan Could Provide Early Warning System for Infectious Disease" Author: Valeri Buman, NAES Synopsis: Each year brings new hopes and new challenges for horse owners. And often times one of the challenges is infectious disease, some treatable, some fatal. Click Here For the full story Title: "A Continued Threat to the Resources of Trail Riders" Author: Valeri Buman, NAES Synopsis: Equestrian trail riders made their voices heard this summer when the Senate began their debate of the new Drive Act. Click Here For the full story Title: "Rating Horses Can Be Less Subjective" Author: Valeri Buman, NAES Synopsis: In some arenas standards have been set to help create a more balanced process for judging horses. Click Here For the full story Title: "Being Prepared When Mother Nature Strikes" Author: Valeri Buman, NAES Synopsis: Being prepared for emergencies is just as important as the daily care and well-being of our equine friends. Click Here For the full story Title: "NAHMS Conducts 2015 Equine Study" Author: Valeri Buman, NAES Synopsis: In May of this year the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) started its third national equine study titled Equine 2015. Click Here For the full story Title: "Veterinary Medicine Mobility Act: Current Law Meets With Veterinary Practices" Author: Valeri Buman, NAES Synopsis: This new law allows veterinarians to transport the drugs necessary to euthanize, anesthetize or manage the pain of animals, as long as they have a license to practice in their particular state and are registered with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). Click Here For the full story Title: "Expert Witness Profile" Author: Dan Baldwin, for Attorney at Law Magazine Synopsis: The article presents David D. Johnson, Expert Witness - his background and philosophy when acting as an expert witness. Click Here For the full story Title: "Watch Your Ps and Qs when purchasing a horse: This goes for both the Purchaser and the Purchaser's Agent" Author: Lisa M. Spano, Esq. Synopsis: The author offers 5 key points to consider when purchasing a horse; designed to help you become proactive in the decision. Click Here for the full story Title: "Tough Times for Many Horse Owners - Tips for Horse Donations to Nonprofit Organization" Author: Sharon J. Oscar, Esq. Synopsis:Many horse owners are feeling the effects of a tough economy.  Businesses and individuals are tightening their belts and deciding whether maintaining horses properly and humanely is financially possible. Click Here for the full story Title: "A Taxing Question: What Deductions Can You Take For Your Horse Hobbies and Businesses?" Author: Avery S. Chapman, Esq. Synopsis: So you want to deduct some or all of your horse hobby expenses.   Before taking those horse hobby expenses as deductions, you may want to consider the following factors - the Internal Revenue Service does - to determine whether your deductions will withstand scrutiny later. Click Here for the full story Title: "The "Agent" Trainer as Fiduciary " Author: Lisa M. Spano, Esq. Synopsis: If not careful, the web an agent weaves as a fiduciary for his or her client can be a tangled mess. Click Here For the full story Title: "A Pet's Fair Market Value" Author: David D. Johnson Synopsis: We all know how much our horses and pets mean to us and now it appears a three judge panel of the Illinois Appellate Court agrees, too.... Click Here For the full story Title: "Sales Code of Ethics" Author: Jihan Murad, Esq. Synopsis: An agency agreement between a buyer and a seller can outline the respective duties and obligations of each party..... Click Here For the full story Title: "Know What Your Lawyers Are Doing" Author: David D. Johnson Synopsis: I try to keep up with legal thoughts and cases that may affect my friends and legal actions they may have commenced relating to a horse-related issue; (Remember, I am NOT an attorney…talk to your own lawyer)..... Click Here For the full story Title: "The Fly Control Arsenal - Help Your Horse Battle the Enemy" Author: Hallie McEvoy Synopsis: Your horse's territory is under attack. He is surrounded by villainous pests and outnumbered. The air power of the enemy is strong, and his weapons are painful and sometimes deadly. However, you are ready to come to your horse's rescue. You are armed and ready with a wide arsenal of techniques and products to repel and kill flies - the enemy. Click Here For the full story Title: "The Pre-purchase Exam vs. The Insurance Exam" Author: David D. Johnson Synopsis: In buying a new horse there are several things to consider relative to the health and soundness of the prospect. A pre-purchase health and soundness examination may be more than you want to spend but what if a problem is detected in the more complete pre-purchase examination. You could easily save yourself lots more money because the vet found degenerative joint disease, (As an example). 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