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Just like any other kind of personal injury, determining the liable party in a cruise ship accident is a lengthy and complex matter. However, it is often necessary to narrow down who is responsible for your injuries to hold them accountable for their action and seek...
Cruise ships, especially modern ones, can continue moving during bad weather. Their structure and features are designed to withstand severe weather conditions. It's rare for a cruise to be canceled because of a weather-related matter. Therefore, you may find yourself...
Working on a cruise ship enables the employees to have unique travel experiences. These ships are often massive and have many people working on them. While each area of the ship has its own hazards, the galley is one area that has some significant risks. ...
If you’re going out on someone’s boat, you should be able to count on that boat to have the necessary safety equipment aboard. That includes personal flotation devices (PFDs) – often known as life jackets. There needs to be enough PFDs for everyone on board. Further,...
Working aboard a cruise ship is a dream for many individuals seeking adventure, travel and unique experiences at sea. While cruise ship workers get to enjoy these benefits, they may still get injured in the course of their duties. Cruise ships are busy and dynamic...
Working at sea comes with its fair share of workplace challenges as compared to other workplaces. Among these challenges is the risk of injury due to the dynamic and often hazardous maritime environment, as well as the unique living and working conditions onboard a...
The odds of injuries, for both passengers and crewmembers, go up if a cruise ship gets caught in a storm. Rough seas could cause the ship to tip from side to side. Wind, rain and lightning could make it dangerous to be on the deck. Slip-and-fall accidents are common,...
Charter yacht chefs operate in a unique and challenging environment, combining the complexities of high-end cuisine preparation with the unpredictability of the sea. This combination exposes them to several unique risks beyond those faced by their counterparts in...
Miami is bustling with yachts and small boats, both privately owned and available for hire. Boating is a popular activity all year round. The downside of boating is that accidents can happen, particularly in relation to small boats. Some studies indicate that as many...
Every occupation has its share of dangers, and maritime jobs are no exception. An injury or an illness that is attributable to your maritime job can leave you adrift in uncertainty. Laws that govern injuries that happen at sea can be quite complicated. One such law...