IMHO, i feel he only is responsible if he was negligent. If she could tell the boat was not in great repair she owns the responsibility for her safety. Unless he knew there was a defect that was not visible, and he didn't inform her ... then he was negligent.

It does speak allot that he wouldn't return her calls, and didn't seem to care about her injuries... perhaps she used bad judgment sailing with someone of such low character.

I used to take every attractive young lady i could talk into a ride out on my boat. Someone i look up to pointed out that there are inherent risks with sailing, and to be sure my crew understands this.. and that i only take out people i feel will respect this, and react appropriately to my direction...