Boat towing question .......

[Duffman]

After reading the post on the main board with kudos for a tow help, I'm curious to what other boat owners think about a tow and helping out a fellow boater.

After owning boats for 30+ years I've helped people out many times on the water but never helped with a tow or tried one.

I guess my main question is of legality. I have tow ins. So never would bother someone for a tow if need be. BUT if I did ask a fellow boater for a tow, what is his legal obligation ( unsure if wording is correct ). What I mean is.....if I help you back to the dock but your boat gets damaged in the process (or mine) who is responsible?