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Cruise ships are meant to be a relaxing getaway, but a faulty cabin door or balcony can quickly turn your dream vacation into a nightmare. Whether it is a malfunctioning door, a slippery balcony floor or poorly maintained railings, these issues can cause serious...
Cruises are a top vacation choice for millions of Americans. With various activities and stops at tropical ports, it’s perfect for families, honeymooning couples and retirees. However, cruise ships have one significant drawback: the likelihood of contracting a serious...
Chartering a sailing yacht is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for some people. The crew on the yacht are specifically trained to ensure the guests have a good time while they’re out on charter. While fun might always seem like the priority, the fact is that safety is...
Whenever Floridians and tourists are not being battered by hurricanes and tropical storms, South Florida has many opportunities for fun in the sun while boating recreationally. Unfortunately, there are many risks associated with watersports. One fatal boating accident...
Cruise lines owe a duty of care to all passengers, including children, that places a legal obligation on those cruise lines to keep passengers reasonably safe from harm. When a child is injured due to unsafe conditions, inadequate supervision or other forms of...
Cruise ships are floating cities that offer passengers a variety of services, from fine dining and entertainment to hospitality and excursions. Behind the scenes, thousands of crew members work tirelessly to keep everything running smoothly. Despite the glamorous...
If you are going on a cruise ship, you hope everything goes smoothly. But, at the same time, you realize there is a chance you could become injured or sick. You could suffer an injury if you slip and fall down a wet set of stairs, for instance, or if there’s an...
Boats that come into port need to be secured so they can remain in place. This process, which is known as mooring, is one of the most hazardous operations that occurs on some ships. This process includes lines that keep the vessel attached to a land-based structure....
Those who work at sea know it is potentially dangerous. They are prepared for choppy waters and falls overboard. Nonetheless, one type of injury that is often overlooked is eye injuries. There are numerous ways that a seaman can suffer eye injuries. Here are a few...
For many, a cruise is the vacation of a lifetime. Unfortunately, an injury can ruin your holiday and create physical and financial hardships. Injuries at sea or on a cruise ship often fall under maritime law. The process of obtaining compensation looks a bit different...