Man charged with Murder on Cruise that Left Texas

Posted November 1o, 2026 By cruise ship attorney, Joel Barnett   NBC News is reporting a man was charged with murder while traveling on the MSC Seascape.   What happened: Jason Leon Watford is accused of killing a woman Sunday evening aboard the MSC Seascape while the ship was in international...

Why Injured Cruise Passengers and Crew Choose Waks & Barnett, P.A.

Posted October 19, 2026 By cruise ship attorney, Joel Barnett   A cruise is supposed to be a break from everyday life. When a fall, a medical emergency, or an accident on a shore excursion turns that vacation into an injury, you suddenly find yourself up against a billion-dollar cruise line...

When a Cruise Goes Wrong: Can You Hold the Cruise Line Accountable?

Posted September 1, 2026 By cruise ship attorney, Joel Barnett   More people are taking cruises than ever before. According to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), 37.2 million people took ocean cruises worldwide in 2025, a record number and a 7.5% increase from the previous year. 2026 figures are similar....

Understanding Deadlines for Filing Injury Claims Against a Cruise Line

Posted September 13, 2026 By cruise ship attorney, Joel Barnett   If you are injured on a cruise ship, you may assume you have plenty of time to decide whether to pursue a claim. Unfortunately, that is often not the case.   Cruise ship injury claims are subject to specific deadlines...

How Is Cruise Ship Compensation Determined After an Injury?

Posted September 1, 2026 By cruise ship attorney, Joel Barnett   If you have been injured on a cruise ship, one of the first questions you may have is: How much cruise ship compensation could I receive?   It is a reasonable question, especially when you are facing medical bills,...

Can You Sue a Cruise Line for a Slip and Fall?

Posted September 5, 2026 by cruise ship attorney, Joel Barnett   A slip and fall on a cruise ship can leave a passenger with much more than a few bruises. Broken bones, torn ligaments, head injuries, and other serious injuries can happen when a passenger encounters a wet floor, uneven...