New reports from CNN release yesterday, Dec. 17 show that Carnival Cruise Line was aware of potential fire hazards from the diesel generator on the Carnival Triumph. A fire did break out on the Carnival Triumph knocking out power for the ship and leaving over 4,000 passengers and crewmembers adrift...
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How to Find Personal Injury Representation for Cruise Ship Accident Victims
Like most people, if you tripped and fell in a Wal-Mart store because of a freshly mopped floor that was unmarked by those little yellow caution signs, you might think, "hey, I should hire an lawyer to plead my case." Well, the same thought should go through your mind if...
Injured in an Accident on a Carnival Cruise Ship?
Here our thoughts on injuries that you may have sustained while on a Carnival Cruise Vacation. It's unfortunate, but accidents and injuries happen on Carnival Cruise Ships. If you've been injured while sailing with Carnival and believe that your injury was sustained due to the negligence of the crew, the...
2 passengers go overboard on Carnival Cruise – and what it means for you
The headline is certainly dramatic: Carnival Cruises Reports 2 People Missing Overboard in Australia Carnival Cruises Reports 2 People Missing Overboard in Australia - read the full story here at ABC News "The couple -- a 30-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman -- was reported missing this morning after...
Passenger rights within the Carnival Cruise Line Ticket
Interested in reading the Carnival Cruise Line Ticket? This is the contract you sign before you can embark on your cruise vacation - and one you probably didn't or will not read. It's long and it's complex, written specifically to protect Carnival during the legal process. You can read...
Carnival Cruise Lines cancels two more 5 day sailings of Carnival Triumph
Questions remain as to when Carnival Cruise Lines crippled vessel, Carnival Triumph, will be back on the water. The Carnival Triumph is most know for its 'horror cruise' from mid-February when an engine room fire contributed to loss of power and electricity that affected food preparation and plumbing among...
Carnival Cruise Line launches comprehensive review of its entire fleet
As reported at gCaptain.com, Carnival Puts Cruise Fleet Under Microscope After Triumph Fire Read the full article here... Here are a few highlights from the article: Carnival Corp has launched a comprehensive review of its entire fleet after a fire crippled one of its ships last month, and will share...
Details emerge in cruise ship engine fire – release from Carnival
Yesterday's engine fire aboard the Carnival Triumph cruise ship has been the cause of many questions. Earlier today, Carnival Cruise Lines released a statement regarding the incident. To find out if you have a claim against Carnival - click here. Here is the statement from Carnival: Details on Initial...
Florida connections to Costa Concordia tragedy
A little over a year after the Costa Concordia tragedy, the incident still continues to take front stage in world media. And even though the accident occurred in Italy, there have been many Florida connections, including: The hiring of Miami and Florida based cruise ship injury attorneys The ship’s operator,...
Costa Concordia captain wants to command another vessel
According to a report in the Maritime Executive, Concordia Captain Confident in Commanding Other Ships, Challenges Firing in Court - and also wants to command another vessel in the future. "Francesco Schettino, the infamous captain of the capsized Costa Concordia cruise ship, has made his return to court. This time...