Category Archives: Cruise Ship Injuries
What Causes Cruise Ship Accidents?
Determining how many accidents and injuries occur on cruise ships around the globe is challenging. However, at www.888BOATLAW.com we keep track of cases that are filed against the cruise lines. This includes lawsuit claims we file on behalf of injured clients as well as cases filed by others. By tracking all cases that are… Read More »
TRIPPING OVER A CHAIR ON CRUISE SHIP
It sounds very simple. Chairs are lined are mostly lounge chairs, the long ones that passengers can layout on them. The chairs are put in place by the workers on the cruise ship for use by the passengers. The problem is that with the track encircling the perimeter of the sun deck the cruise… Read More »
INJURIES ON CRUISE SHIPS
People often ask “What injuries occur on cruise ships?” 25-year maritime attorney Frank D. Butler, at (www.888BoatLaw.com), who has handled 100’s of cruise ship injury cases tells us, “Certainly, the most prevalent injury we see on cruise ships is slip and falls, and they are numerous.” “With water everywhere, different walking surfaces, guests spilling… Read More »
Were You Injured On the Job as a Cruise Ship Crew Member?
Crew members on cruise ships have very interesting jobs. They get to meet a lot of new people, travel the world, and see some of the most historic and well-known sites. Unfortunately, the hours are also highly demanding and crew members must sometimes perform their employment duties amid rough seas and other difficult conditions…. Read More »
Fires on Cruise Ships Happening More Often in Florida
Many Floridians love traveling on cruise ships. With so many departing from Florida’s coastline, this form of travel is quite convenient and provides a great way to see the world. Once onboard and in the open ocean, fires may be the least of your worries. It is for this reason that so many people… Read More »
WHAT IS THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR A CRUISE SHIP INJURY CASE?
The statute of limitations for a cruise ship injury is generally 1 year against most cruise lines. NOTE: your case will vary depending upon the facts. You need to consult a maritime attorney to discuss the specifics of your cruise ship injury case and know for sure the statute of limitations on your case…. Read More »
What Pool Injuries are Common on Cruise Ships?
Florida is known as being an ideal place to take a cruise, and many of the biggest cruise ship lines depart from our state’s ports. These cruises are known for providing great entertainment, delicious food, and memories that last a lifetime. Unfortunately, not all cruises end well. Even if the ship does not get… Read More »
WHAT ARE THE BUSIEST CRUISE SHIP TERMINALS IN FLORIDA?
Three of the busiest cruise ship launching terminals in the world are located in Florida, including the top two. This is according to the cruise ship industry publication, CLIA. Coming in at number three in the State of Florida (#9 worldwide) is Port Everglades, along the coast of Hollywood, Florida (near Ft. Lauderdale). According… Read More »
DO SEX ASSAULTS OCCUR ON CRUISE SHIPS?
Yes, unfortunately sexual assaults occur on cruise ships and we know this to be true because of the FBI data which is reported by cruise passengers, cruise workers, and the cruise lines themselves. For the 12-year period of 2010 through 2022, Business Insider found reports of 500 (Yes, that is Five Hundred) sexual assaults… Read More »
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT CRUISE LINES
Redbook recently published an article which it titled 20 Things you Didn’t Know About Cruise Lines. We agree with some of these (for instance, a wind tunnel is created when the balcony door is open and then the cabin door in open). The link for that article is here: 20 Things You Didn’t Know… Read More »