Negligence in the use of operation of a recreational vehicle shall be attributable to the owner. Every owner of a recreational vehicle used or operated in this state shall be liable and responsible for injury or death or damage to property resulting from negligence in the use or operation of such vehicle by any person using or operating the same with the permission, express or implied, of such owner; provided, however, that such operator’s negligence shall not be attributed to the owner as to any claim or cause of action accruing to the operator or his legal representative for such injuries or death.