Articles Posted in Cruise Ship Lawyer Miami

We recently filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the family of a passenger who tragically lost her life to a severe Vibrio infection after exposure to contaminated seawater in a cruise ship pool. Vibrio bacteria thrive in warm waters, especially in regions like the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico. Vibrio infections are…

If you’ve ever researched hiring a personal injury lawyer, you’ve likely come across the term “contingency fee.” Contingency fees play a pivotal role in personal injury law by providing access to legal services without the immediate financial burden of paying for a lawyer at the beginning and throughout the case. This makes justice more accessible…

Cruise vacations are often seen as the perfect family getaway, offering a mix of adventure, relaxation, and entertainment for all ages. However, the fun can quickly turn to distress if a child is injured while on board. It’s essential for parents to understand their legal rights and the steps necessary to pursue compensation for their…

Experiencing an accident on a cruise ship can be a traumatic and overwhelming event. Whether it’s a slip and fall, a mishap during an excursion, or a serious illness caused by contaminated food, accidents on cruise ships can quickly turn a pleasurable experience into a distressing ordeal. In the immediate aftermath, it’s crucial to take…

Injuries can turn a dream cruise vacation into a nightmare. If you’ve been injured while on a cruise, it’s crucial to act quickly to protect your legal rights. One of the most important aspects of pursuing a claim against a cruise line is understanding the time-sensitive nature of your case. The “ticket contract” issued by…

If you’re a lawyer from out of state considering handling your client’s cruise ship accident case against one of the major Cruise Lines, think twice before doing it alone. If you’re planning on handling a cruise ship accident case, you should contact one of the few law firms who routinely sue the cruise lines.  Cruise…

Flanagan & Bodenheimer recently received an opinion from the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals reversing the district court’s entry of summary judgment in a cruise liability case handled by the firm. This is a big win for the firm, but an even bigger win for our deserving client. About the Case: Slip & Fall on…

As a resident of Florida or any other coastal state, you might have heard the term “maritime law” or “admiralty law” on television or on the radio and wondered exactly what it means. However, if you have been unlucky enough to have suffered some kind of injury or property damage at sea, you are likely…

Filing a case against Disney Cruise Line is different than filing a case against all of the other major cruise lines.  It all starts with the ticket contract.  Any time that you go on a cruise, you enter into a ticket contract. It happens when you get an email from the cruise line with the…

Finding a cruise accident lawyer who is qualified to handle your personal injury case against a major cruise line can be challenging. After all, not all lawyers have experience representing clients in these types of injury cases, and cruise law is a unique practice area that requires experience litigating in federal court in Miami and vast knowledge…