Snyder noted that the plaintiff passed out 3-4 times before the vessel reached the shore. Captain Ramsey allegedly did not provide any assistance to Plaintiff Kokot after she was injured. In fact, the captain of M/V Poseidon was the one who called 9-1-1.
According to the lawsuit, “As [the] owner of the vessel, Chase Herro is explicitly responsible for any damages stemming from negligent operation of that vessel pursuant to 25 V.I.C. § 25/302. As the master and operator of the vessel at the time of the incident, Defendant Ramsey is liable to Plaintiff for his negligence pursuant to 46 U.S.C. § 30103. Defendant Ramsey had a duty to operate the vessel in a safe manner and to conduct the overall trip in a manner that ensured the safety of [the] Plaintiff and the rest of the passengers.”
Moreover, Ramsey, on behalf of himself and Wharfside Watersports, operated the vessel in a negligent manner, including, but not limited to operating the vessel at a rate of speed in excess which was safe for the water conditions, and failing to keep an adequate watch for high seas,” the lawsuit stated.
