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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...
If you are injured on a boat, perhaps you are thrown around during an impact and, in turn, cut by a sharp object, or slip and fall, it’s vital to know the next step to take. Although the incident can be devastating and confusing, try as much as possible to remain calm...
Accidents can happen in any workplace, including on a boat out at sea. The costs of an injury can quickly mount up, and to make it worse, your injuries might leave you unable to work for the time being at least. Thus you would be spending without anything coming in....
Life in South Florida typically involves time spent in, on or around the water. From inland lakes to the marshy Everglades to the sun-soaked waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean beaches, there is always someplace to enjoy outdoor fun. But some days wind up...
In Florida, boating and sailing are popular hobbies for a lot of residents. However, this activity poses certain risks to boaters, especially if the vessel's operator did not receive proper boating safety instructions. Lack of proper safety training can lead to...