Equine law is generally defined as the body of law (statutes, court opinions) that governs the ownership, buying, selling, riding, breeding, racing, training, handling, insuring, and boarding of horses—and membership and participation in related organizations and activities. For example, contracts often define these transactions, relationships, and activities, and statutes often limit the personal injury liability of owners and operators of equine-related events and activities.

In Florida, equine law encompasses various legal aspects related to horses, including ownership, sale, breeding, racing, training, and boarding. Contracts are commonly used to outline the terms and conditions of these activities and relationships. Florida's equine activity liability law is particularly important, as it limits the liability of equine professionals and event sponsors for injuries or deaths resulting from inherent risks associated with equine activities. This is codified in the Florida Statutes, Section 773.01-773.06, known as the Florida Equine Activities Liability Act. The Act requires that equine professionals and event sponsors post warning signs and include warning notices in contracts to alert participants of the inherent risks. However, the Act does not grant immunity for injuries due to negligence or intentional acts that do not involve an inherent risk. Additionally, Florida law may regulate other aspects of equine activities, such as racing and betting, through specific statutes and regulations.