Florida is often referred to as the cruise ship capital of the United States—if not the world. Whether it’s Cape Canaveral, Miami, or the Tampa Bay Area, cruise ships dock and leave Florida ports every day.
One of the most relaxing and fun vacations one can embark upon is a cruise on a luxury liner. Steaming along the open ocean with the sun shining down on you as you relax by the pool or taking a moonlit stroll along the deck of the ship sounds like a wonderful and romantic experience. Unfortunately, many of these cruise ships to not properly protect passengers from danger.
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Cruise ships are built larger to keep up with this demand. Because of the immense size of these vessels, the maintenance, security, and seaworthiness is always a challenge for cruise line owners. The negligence of the crew, as well as the contractors and subcontractors who work on cruise ships, results in injuries that occur while the ship is at sea or in port. Accidents that happen on cruise ships can be subject to different laws than if those same accidents had occurred on land.
Some of the most common causes of cruise-related injuries include:
If you are injured on a cruise due to the possible negligence of the crew, a subcontractor, or the cruise line, you need to seek experienced guidance and counsel through this time. Most cruise lines also include fine print on tickets that limits the amount of time you have to pursue a claim against the company—often less than is generally stipulated by state or federal law. In addition, many cruise lines designate where they can be sued. This is usually the port of Miami where most cruise lines are headquartered.
It can be important that you speak with an experienced cruise ship accident attorney in Florida to fully understand all of your rights and options. At Trial Pro, we don’t allow cruise lines to bully you into a quick and easy settlement. We can advise you on how to best preserve any evidence and begin building your case for you right away.