Suing a cruise line typically involves demonstrating that the company (the cruise line) was negligent or otherwise legally responsible for an injury, loss, or wrongdoing that occurred during your trip.
An example might be – if you suffered a serious injury from a fall during your cruise, and you thought the accident could have been avoided – perhaps the cruise line was at fault and you may want to seek advice from an attorney.
If I’m injured on a cruise, how do you begin the process of suing the cruise line? The process usually begins by reviewing the terms of your ticket contract, which often contain important rules about deadlines, notice requirements, and where lawsuits must be filed. Many cruise lines require claims to be brought in specific U.S. federal courts within a short time frame. After gathering evidence such as medical records, photographs, witness statements, and incident reports, we would send a written Demand Notice of your claim to the cruise line before filing a formal lawsuit.
Because maritime law can be complex and the contractual deadlines are strict, many people choose to consult a lawyer who specializes in maritime or personal-injury cases to understand their options.
Waks and Barnett specializes in these types of cases against cruise ships.
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Our cruise ship accident lawyers have been helping injured passengers and crew members for more than 35 years. We help you understand your rights and will assist you in filing an injury claim against the cruise line. If you believe negligence played a role in your injury – or just have questions about the your accident – please contact our office today.
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The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is unique and should be evaluated by an experienced cruise ship accident or maritime injury attorney.