A pedigree breeder has suffered a substantial financial loss after a valuable stud bull died following veterinary treatment. Rural solicitor Karen Walsh explains what must be established before a negligence claim can be pursued

Escaped cattle have repeatedly damaged a sheep farmer’s fencing, grazing land and equipment. Rural solicitor Karen explains how farmers can document their losses and seek compensation while trying to preserve good neighbourly relations

The fact that the accident happened on your land does not automatically mean that you, as landowner, are legally responsible.

Dementia does not automatically mean lack of capacity, writes rural solicitor Alex Krupa

Building on a gifted site? There are several key legal and tax considerations you need to know about.

The fact that the bull is sub-fertile rather than completely infertile does not necessarily prevent a claim arising, writes rural solicitor Karen Walsh

While registration of land in the Land Registry provides certainty of title, it is important to understand the limitations of Land Registry maps, writes rural solicitor Karen Walsh

Is there anything that can be done where one executor is abroad and not co-operating?

Dear Karen  My elderly uncle owns a farm and is becoming increasingly conscious of the need to put his affairs in order.

Legal question: What will the impact of a solar development on my farm be for my succession?