Passenger Claims

Cruise Ship Injuries

Cruise ship lines have a responsibility to provide a safe environment for passengers on board. This includes adequate maintenance, proper emergency services and a well-trained and trusted cruise staff.

Unfortunately incidents occur during the duration of a cruise resulting in passenger injury. When this happens a claim may be brought against the liable cruise line company for legal compensation. When considering this, one must take into account the details that set this type of claim apart from other maritime issues.

Incidents resulting in claims against cruise ships may include:

• Slip and fall injuries sustained on decks, stairs or by swimming pools
• Physical or sexual assault by other passengers or cruise staff
• Disappearance of passengers during a cruise
• Food poisoning
• Injury at ports of call as a result of unknown dangers
• Fire or collision

Cruise Tickets

It is important to carefully read your cruise tickets, as they represent an important aspect that sets cruise ship passenger claims apart from other aspects of admiralty and maritime law. Most tickets purchased for cruises include a statute of limitation (usually one year) for filing personal injury claims against a cruise line. The ticket may also state a specific jurisdiction where the claim must be filed.

If you or a loved one have suffered an injury during a cruise, it’s important to take legal action in a timely manner. Admiralty and maritime attorneys at Bailey & Galyen are ready to assist you in your passenger claim and pursue the damages you deserve. Contact us now to speak with a qualified admiralty and maritime lawyer.