Insurance

The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association is pleased to welcome Markel as the title sponsor of the 2021 USHJA Zone Jumper Team Championships and USHJA Platinum Jumper Championships. "USHJA's programs wouldn't be possible without the support of generous...

You Ask - We Answer: Q: I run training and boarding business from my barn and also give lessons to non-boarders. What type of coverages do I need to be fully protected?

Trainers and Instructors are an important part of the horse world but seem to be the first to blame when a student is injured, a horse sale goes badly, or there is an injury to a client's horse in their care, custody, and control.

Why do I need this? Others can make claims or sue you, whether or not their claims are valid! General liability coverage offers payment of defense costs when potentially covered allegations are made. Q: I run a training and boarding business from my...

Did you know that you must notify Markel immediately if your vet has been called for anything other than routine care or maintenance? This is very important, as the sooner we get the information, the better we can serve you.

I have a beautiful four-stall barn, an outdoor ring, and several spacious paddocks at my home where I’ve kept my two horses for the past few years. I would l love to make a little extra income by boarding an additional horse or two.

A certificate of insurance (COI) is issued by an insurance company or broker. The COI verifies the existence of an insurance policy and summarizes the key aspects and conditions of the policy.

I run a training and boarding business from my barn, and also give lessons to non-boarders. What type of coverage is general liability horse insurance and do I need to be fully protected? As part of your insurance risk management plan you do need...

Equestrian facilities present their own unique hazards. With a multitude of equipment and machinery, there are endless ways for injury to occur on the farm. As we know, there are basic facility safety items that should not be overlooked, like proper fencing, working and well maintained gates and equipment..

Markel is the innovator of horse farm insurance. Ever since Markel brought our first package to market about 50 years ago, we’ve enhanced our products and services to meet your changing needs. Markel offers you more than superlative protection; you...