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Imagine that you and your family are enjoying your cruise vacation when you suddenly suffer some type of medical emergency. Although this is something that not many cruise passengers like to think about, it can happen. If and when it does, the medical competence of the ship’s medical crew is essential to preventing medical malpractice,…

Most cruise vacations go according to plan but some unfortunate passengers experience injuries and medical emergencies that require the attention of a doctor. When you visit the infirmary on a cruise ship, you should expect the same standard of care that you would from any other medical provider. By their nature, however, cruise ship medical…

No one wants to suffer a cruise ship accident during their vacation – but it happens.  If the accident wasn’t your fault, you may be wondering how you can get the cruise company to promptly address your economic and non-economic damages.  In today’s post, we review some of the reasons why contacting an experienced cruise…

When you purchase a ticket to go on a cruise, you expect to have a relaxing, fun, and enjoyable time while you are on board the ship and visiting the ports. While many cruise passengers have a wonderful time on their cruise and the associated excursions, there are hundreds of people each year that are…

The cruise industry is a multi-million dollar operation, and each year more than 20 million people board cruise ships with the anticipation of an unforgettable escape from reality. While for many people their cruise vacation goes according to plan, this is not the case for all passengers as unexpected emergencies can arise, bringing their vacation…

When you’re on a cruise and are completely relaxed and miles outside of cell phone reception, life probably seems like it can’t get any better. However, an idyllic vacation can quickly turn into a nightmare when you are injured during your cruise. While it might seem surprising, cruise injuries resulting from the negligence of crew…

When preparing for a cruise, it is natural that many people put a lot of thought into planning the vacation and the various excursions they’ll participate in at different ports of call. Once the cruise begins winding down and the last day at sea approaches, however, many passengers begin to think about disembarkation. This process…

As one of the most prevalent injuries among cruise passengers, slip and fall cases remain the most commonly reported type of claim against the major cruise lines. Given the seemingly endless ways people may find themselves on a slippery surface while aboard a ship, this doesn’t seem overly surprising. So, how do these incidents happen? There are…

Taking your children with you on a cruise is a sure way to get some quality family time, especially on those long days at sea as you travel between destinations. While many parents cherish the special memories that are made with their children, they may also want some “alone time.” This requires careful planning to…

When you’re packing your swimsuits, sunscreen, formal and informal attire for your upcoming cruise, you probably have a lot on your mind and a lot of fun to look forward to with friends or loved ones on the high seas. If you’re like some cruise travelers, you have everything all planned out before you even…