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The Associated Press (AP) released an article today reporting that the three major cruise lines, Carnival Corp., Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise, have begun posting more comprehensive data about crimes that occurred aboard their ships. This is a new approach for the cruise lines who have been under pressure lately to...
>>> This Post Updated April 10, 2015: <<< please share if you find this information of value to you... The reality of cruise travel is that the vast majority of people who cruise will do so happily, enjoying their vacation without incident. Over 20 million people cruise each year and...
It's unfortunate, but accidents on cruise ship can happen just like they can anywhere else. The potential for dangerous scenarios is common and injuries to passengers does occur. Accidents happen on the ship, in bathrooms, on stairways, on wet or slippery decks, because of defective equipment, bad food, viruses and as...
What recourse do you have if you've been injured on a cruise vacation? It's unfortunate, but injuries do occur on cruise ships. Wet floors lead to broken ankles. Alcohol consumption can lead to a host of issues. Food preparation can lead to stomach viruses. Passengers and crew can sexually assault...
Passengers sometimes ask, "what happens if I get sick on a cruise?" and ... "Is the cruise line responsible if I get sick?" Cruise lines can potentially be held liable for a passengers sickness. In most cases it would need to be proven that the cruise line was negligent in...
One of the questions we're asked on occasion is, "does your law firm handle personal injury against Celebrity Cruise Lines?" The answer is yes, we've handled many cases against Celebrity on the behalf of clients over the last 25 years. Our firm has helped clients battle against Celebrity as...
Injured in a slip and fall accident on a cruise ship? Slip and fall accidents are the most common type of accident aboard cruise ships. Unsteady footing due to the motion of the boat along with slippery decks and crowded common areas and passageways create opportunities for accidents to...
Carried in both the Orange County Register and the Associated Press (as well as other media outlets)...read the full story here... This is a sensational and sad story, and fortunately one not generally associated with cruise vacations. However, the reality is that incidents can and do occur on cruise ships...
We all know that drinking and driving can lead to serious and damaging car accidents. The same is true when operating a boat while under the influence of alcohol. Statistics and insight from the U.S. Coast Guard outline the impact that alcohol can have on boat operators. Before you step...
Taking a cruise is most often a fun and enjoyable experience. You get to relax, participate in the ship's activities and visit places you may have never had the opportunity to visit previously. For thousands of people every week, the cruise vacation is enjoyable. Unfortunately though, dozens of injuries also...