Liability for Sailing Trips: What to Know
Questioner
Good afternoon. Every year we go sailing with a group of about 25 people. We rent an island in the Loosdrecht lakes and 2 sailing boats. Most participants are members of a volleyball club, but former members, supporters and introducees are also part of the group. The weekend is not organized under the flag of the volleyball club. There are three people who take on the organization and financial settlement every year. What about liability if, for example, damage to the island or the sailing boats is caused by one of the participants?Lawyer
Often the landlord has taken out insurance. The terms and conditions of this insurance then apply. This means that damage up to a certain amount or all risk is covered. It is also possible that any damage will be covered by the insurance of the person responsible. Organizations can have legal personality. For example, sports clubs are often associations. An association can be liable for damage caused by its members. In that case, it is necessary that the lease agreement is entered into by the association. The association can also take out liability insurance. In certain cases, directors can also be held liable. It goes too far to hold them responsible.Lawyer
The landlord will probably have insurance. However, my colleague is wrong about the fact that an association can be held liable. This would be the case if it is organized under the name of the association. However, you indicate that it is booked outside the association. This means that the tenants are personally liable for damage. The landlord's insurance will then also recover the damage from the tenants.Neem de volgende stap
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