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Cruise Ship Personal Injury: When a Vacation Turns into a Lawsuit

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What It Is
Cruise ships offer leisure and luxury—but when injuries occur at sea, navigating legal recourse is anything but relaxing. These cases fall under maritime law, which has unique rules, tight deadlines, and often requires lawsuits to be filed in Florida.

Statute of Limitations on Filing Claim
Cruise tickets typically include clauses requiring lawsuits to be filed in Miami federal court within just 6-12 months. Negligence by cruise lines—such as failing to secure wet decks or properly treating illnesses—can lead to serious injuries or illnesses. [1]

What the Signature Injury Is and How It’s Hurting People
Common injuries and incidents include:

* Slipping on wet or uneven decks
* Medical malpractice by onboard doctors
* Assault by crew members or passengers [2] [3] [4]
* Viral outbreaks and food poisoning

Injured passengers often face long recoveries, expensive medical bills, and limited access to justice without prompt legal action.

Contact Us

If you or a loved one has been harmed due to cruise line negligence or injuries at sea, legal options may be available. Call Michael Brady Lynch Firm at 888-585-5970 or email brandon@mblynchfirm.com for a free consultation.

Date: May 31, 2025

Attorney and Editor-In-Chief: Brandon Salter

Editors: Connor Wright, Kali McElroy, and Madison Hurley

Citations:

[1] https://www.cdc.gov/vessel-sanitation/cruise-ship-outbreaks/index.html

[2] https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/symphony-of-the-seas-passengers-sue-after-worker-convicted-of-voyeurism/

[3] https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/crime/article301933924.html

[4] https://nypost.com/2024/09/03/us-news/carnival-must-pay-passenger-12m-after-she-accused-crew-member-of-rape/

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