You are likely familiar with local personal injury attorneys near you at home, but these practitioners are typically not the resources you need after being injured on a cruise out of South Florida. For numerous reasons, it is advisable to consult with a Miami cruise ship accident lawyer who will…
The potential for accidents exists even in paradise on a cruise vacation, and the statistics reveal the risk to passengers. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 12 to 18 percent of all visits to onboard medical facilities are due to slips, trips, falls, and related…
When your trip of a lifetime suddenly turns tragic because of a cruise ship accident, you at least gain some comfort knowing you have legal remedies. Unfortunately, injured victims typically encounter significant pushback when they attempt to enforce their rights. Miami cruise operators fall back on a variety of defenses…
While modern cruises feature a wealth of fabulous amenities, many passengers are just as eager to get off the ship for exciting adventures on shore. According to Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), around 68 percent of passengers will book a shore excursion to round out their trip. Unfortunately, accidents can…
For passengers looking forward to their cruise vacation in Miami, the cruise ticket represents joy, excitement, and fun for all ages. Your ticket opens the door to adventure and life-long memories, so you might not realize its legal significance: It is also a contract between you and the cruise company,…
You hope to never need medical services on your cruise vacation, but accidents happen. If you do seek care, you expect proper health care professionals to be onboard. Unfortunately, for decades, cruise operators protected themselves from liability for medical malpractice under rules established by the case of Barbetta v. SS…
A woman’s smart thinking and quick action prevented tragedy during a recent cruise out of Miami, when she jumped off a dock into the water to save her 4-year-old daughter. According to a report in People Magazine, the child fell between the dock and the cruise ship. The pair were…
A cruise ship accident can quickly turn a fun vacation into a tragedy, and it is critical to take prompt action in the aftermath. While US maritime law establishes a three-year statute of limitations, cruise contracts typically impose a much shorter deadline. Plus, to best protect your rights, there are…
A woman has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a cruise operator after her fiancé’s death on board a ship in December 2024. According to a news report, the man was negligently served at least 33 alcoholic beverages, leading to intoxication and a drunken outburst. Crew used extreme and violent…
When someone is intoxicated and causes an injury, victims often ask if “dram shop” rules apply. These rules provide a legal option to pursue the establishment that provided the alcohol, as separate from the actual offender. With some exceptions, Florida law bans dram shop liability. Victims are limited to filing…