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Can the driver of a boat who acts in an irresponsible unsafe manner be held liable for causing an accident?

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Can the driver of a boat who acts in an irresponsible unsafe manner be held liable for causing an accident?

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Yes, boating rules require safe operation of a boat and prescribe how boats should pass one another and the use of proper safety equipment. If a driver violates these rules, they may be held liable for any injuries or death that results.