Arizona Passenger Alleges Sexual Assault Against Princess Cruises Crew Member

A cruise passenger from Arizona has filed a federal lawsuit against Princess Cruise Lines, alleging that she was sexually assaulted and raped by a crew member aboard the Caribbean Princess. The case, D.D. v. Princess Cruise Lines, Ltd. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20562), raises serious concerns about passenger safety, crew member misconduct, and cruise lines’ responsibilities in preventing sexual violence at sea.

Background of the Case

The Complaint alleges that on the evening of November 12, 2024, and into the early morning of November 13, 2024, D.D., a resident of Arizona, was a fare-paying passenger aboard the Caribbean Princess. She was dancing at the Skywalker Lounge, an onboard nightclub, when she was approached by a Princess Cruises crew member, who was working as a DJ at the venue.

According to the lawsuit, the crew member escorted D.D. back to her stateroom under the guise of assisting her. Once inside the cabin, D.D. alleges that she was sexually assaulted and raped. She claims that:

• She did not consent to any sexual activity.
• She was intoxicated or impaired, preventing her from resisting.
• She may have been drugged, though this remains unconfirmed.
• She has limited memory of the incident due to her impaired state.

D.D. reported the assault to Princess Cruises staff, but alleges that the cruise line failed to take appropriate action in response to her claims.

Key Allegations Against Princess Cruise Lines

The lawsuit claims that Princess Cruise Lines negligently failed to protect passengers from sexual assault, citing:

1. Failure to screen crew members for criminal or behavioral risks.
2. Failure to properly train staff to prevent or deter sexual misconduct.
3. Failure to monitor crew members in passenger areas, particularly late at night.
4. Failure to provide adequate security in onboard nightclubs and passenger areas.
5. Failure to warn passengers about the risk of crew member assaults.

The complaint further argues that Princess Cruises should be held strictly liable for the actions of its employees, regardless of whether management had direct knowledge of the assault.

Implications for Passenger Safety on Cruise Ships

This case is part of a growing number of lawsuits involving alleged sexual misconduct by cruise ship employees. Key concerns include:

• Are cruise lines doing enough to prevent sexual assaults?
• Should cruise lines be required to improve crew background checks and training?
• What steps can passengers take to protect themselves while onboard?

The lawsuit also raises important legal questions about:

• Whether cruise lines can be held strictly liable for crew member misconduct.
• The level of security cruise lines must provide in nightlife venues.
• The effectiveness of Princess Cruises’ policies for handling assault reports.

If successful, this lawsuit could push the cruise industry to implement stronger protections for passengers, particularly in nightclubs, bars, and private cabin areas.

What’s Next?

This case will likely focus on:

• Whether Princess Cruises had prior knowledge of similar incidents.
• Whether the cruise line had adequate safety measures in place.
• The credibility of the crew member’s defense, if any.

Will Princess Cruises argue that the plaintiff voluntarily invited the crew member into her cabin, or will this case expose systemic failures in cruise ship safety?

Royal Caribbean Faces Lawsuit Over Dangerous Conditions at Coco Cay

A New Hampshire resident has filed a federal lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., alleging that he suffered severe injuries after tripping on hidden, sand-covered steps at Hideaway Beach on Coco Cay, Royal Caribbean’s privately owned island in the Bahamas. The case, Michael Smith v. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20523), highlights ongoing safety concerns about walkway design, maintenance, and passenger warnings on cruise line-owned private islands.

Background of the Case

The Complaint alleges that on February 5, 2024, Michael Smith, a fare-paying passenger and resident of New Hampshire, was sailing aboard Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas when the ship docked at Coco Cay, the cruise line’s private island. While walking back from the restroom near Hideaway Beach, Smith tripped over a step that was concealed by sand, causing a serious fall that resulted in a ruptured quad tendon and other injuries.

According to the lawsuit, the hidden step blended into the sandy walkway, making it nearly invisible to passengers. Smith states that there were no warning signs, handrails, or visual markers to alert passengers to the hazardous elevation change, which led to his severe injury.

Implications for Cruise Passenger Safety

This lawsuit raises serious concerns about cruise ship private island safety, particularly regarding:

• Whether cruise lines should be required to inspect and maintain private island facilities more frequently.
• If clearer signage and safety measures should be mandated for high-traffic beach areas.
• How cruise lines document and respond to passenger injuries occurring on their private islands.

If successful, this case could set a precedent for holding cruise lines accountable for hazardous walking conditions at private island destinations, where they exert full control over passenger access and safety.

What’s Next?

Smith’s case will likely focus on whether Royal Caribbean had prior knowledge of the dangerous walkway conditions at Coco Cay and whether the failure to warn and maintain safe conditions constituted negligence.

Will Royal Caribbean argue that Smith should have been more careful, or will this case expose systemic failures in cruise line private island safety protocols?

This lawsuit could have far-reaching implications for cruise lines and the way they maintain passenger safety beyond the ship itself.

Connecticut Passenger Sues Royal Caribbean for Severe Allergic Reaction Aboard Independence of the Seas

A Connecticut resident has filed a federal lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., alleging that she suffered a severe allergic reaction after eating a mislabeled hazelnut-containing pastry aboard the Independence of the Seas. The case, Maria Funk v. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20517), raises serious concerns about cruise ship food labeling, allergen mismanagement, and the safety of passengers with food allergies.

Background of the Case

The Complaint alleges that on February 11, 2024, Maria Funk, a fare-paying passenger and resident of Connecticut, visited the Café Promenade aboard the Independence of the Seas to grab a pastry from the display case. The pastry she selected was labeled as a “Plain Croissant with Dulce de Leche,” a food item she had eaten before without any allergic reaction.

Funk, who has a severe allergy to hazelnuts and always carries an EpiPen, took extra precautions before consuming the pastry. She asked multiple Royal Caribbean employees to confirm that the pastry did not contain hazelnuts. According to the lawsuit, crew members assured her that the croissant only contained almonds, which she is not allergic to.

However, after consuming the pastry, Funk suffered an allergic reaction, requiring her to take Benadryl and seek follow-up medical treatment after the cruise.

Key Allegations Against Royal Caribbean

The lawsuit alleges that Royal Caribbean’s negligence in food labeling and allergen communication directly led to Funk’s allergic reaction. The primary allegations include:

1. Mislabeled and misrepresented food allergens
   • The pastry was incorrectly labeled as a Plain Croissant with Dulce de Leche, despite containing hazelnuts.
   • Multiple Royal Caribbean employees falsely assured Funk that the pastry contained only almonds, leading her to believe it was safe to eat.
2. Failure to properly train food service staff on allergen safety
   • The lawsuit claims that crew members were not properly trained to identify food allergens, leading to incorrect verbal confirmations.
   • Royal Caribbean allegedly failed to ensure allergen warnings were correctly displayed on food labels.
3. Failure to provide a safe dining environment for passengers with food allergies
   • The cruise line did not have sufficient procedures in place to prevent allergen mislabeling.
   • The lawsuit states that Royal Caribbean has a duty to warn passengers about food allergens, but it failed to disclose the presence of hazelnuts in this case.

Implications for Cruise Ship Food Safety

This lawsuit highlights critical safety concerns for cruise passengers with food allergies, particularly regarding:

• The accuracy of allergen labeling in onboard dining venues.
• The need for better training of food service employees on allergen risks.
• Whether cruise lines should implement stricter allergen handling policies to prevent future incidents.

If successful, this lawsuit could push Royal Caribbean and other cruise lines to:

• Improve allergen labeling practices on all food items.
• Require formal training for all food service crew members on allergen risks.
• Implement new protocols for responding to passenger allergy concerns.

What’s Next?

Funk’s case will likely focus on whether Royal Caribbean had prior knowledge of mislabeling issues and whether its food service policies were inadequate in preventing allergic reactions.

Will Royal Caribbean argue that Funk should have taken additional precautions, or will this case expose systemic failures in the cruise line’s allergen safety practices?

As more passengers with severe food allergies speak out about mislabeled food aboard cruise ships, this lawsuit could have major implications for allergen safety policies in the cruise industry.

Royal Caribbean Faces Lawsuit Over Hidden Camera Scandal Aboard Symphony of the Seas

A family from Iowa has filed a federal lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., alleging that a cabin attendant installed hidden cameras in their stateroom, recording their minor child in a state of undress. The case, Jane Doe & John Doe v. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20485), highlights shocking privacy violations, crew misconduct, and the cruise line’s alleged failure to prevent criminal activity by its employees.

Background of the Case

The Complaint alleges between February 4, 2024, and February 10, 2024, Jane and John Doe, along with their minor daughter R.M., were passengers aboard the Symphony of the Seas, a vessel owned and operated by Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.. The family occupied Cabin 9701 on Deck 9, where, unknown to them, a crew member had secretly placed a hidden camera in their bathroom.

In April 2024, two months after their cruise, federal authorities contacted the family to inform them that naked images and videos of their minor daughter had been discovered on a crew member’s electronic devices. The employee, cabin attendant Arvin Joseph Mirasol, had allegedly been placing hidden cameras in passenger cabins for months, capturing footage of guests, including minors, in private moments.

The lawsuit asserts that Royal Caribbean allowed this to happen through its negligent hiring, supervision, and failure to monitor crew behavior, enabling a criminal privacy invasion against their child. The lawsuit states that Royal Caribbean had prior knowledge that sexual misconduct by crew members was a known issue, citing several past cases: December 2023 – February 2024: Cabin attendant Arvin Joseph Mirasol installed hidden cameras in multiple passenger cabins, filming guests—including minors—without their consent.

For more information: See our previous article on a similar case filed against Royal Caribbean Group.

MSC Cruises Sued Over Alleged Zip Line Accident During Shore Excursion

A Maryland resident has filed a federal lawsuit against MSC Cruises, S.A., alleging that he suffered serious injuries due to negligence during a zip-lining shore excursion promoted and sold by MSC. The case, Richard Moffett v. MSC Cruises, S.A. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20495), raises critical legal questions about the safety of cruise-sponsored excursions, the cruise line’s responsibility for third-party operators, and the lack of proper oversight in high-risk adventure activities.

Background of the Case

On October 9, 2023, Richard Moffett, a fare-paying passenger and resident of Maryland, was aboard the MSC Meraviglia when he purchased and participated in a zip-lining excursion arranged through MSC Cruises. According to the lawsuit, Moffett booked the zip line experience through MSC’s website, believing it to be a cruise line-sponsored and vetted activity that adhered to the highest safety standards.

During the excursion, Moffett was instructed to zip line from platform to platform. However, when he reached the third platform, no operator was present to catch him, causing him to slam into a hard surface and suffer serious injuries.

Moffett alleges that MSC Cruises and the excursion operator failed to ensure the safety of passengers, leading to an avoidable and severe accident.

Implications for Cruise-Sponsored Shore Excursions

This lawsuit raises serious concerns about the safety and regulation of cruise ship excursions, particularly high-risk adventure activities like zip-lining, parasailing, and jet-skiing. Key legal questions include:

• Are cruise lines responsible for injuries occurring on excursions they promote and sell?
• Should passengers assume cruise-sponsored excursions meet higher safety standards?
• What legal obligations do cruise lines have to inspect and monitor third-party excursion operators?

If successful, this lawsuit could push MSC Cruises and other cruise lines to:

• Implement stricter screening and safety checks for excursion vendors.
• Mandate enhanced safety training for all adventure-based excursions.
• Clearly disclose potential risks to passengers before booking excursions.

What’s Next?

Moffett’s case will likely focus on whether MSC Cruises had prior knowledge of the safety issues with its zip-lining excursion and whether its failure to properly vet and monitor the excursion operator constitutes negligence.

Will MSC Cruises argue that the zip line operator was an independent contractor, absolving them of liability? Or will this case expose a systemic failure in the cruise industry’s oversight of third-party excursion providers?

This lawsuit could have wide-reaching implications for the cruise industry, particularly for passengers who assume cruise-sponsored excursions are safer than third-party tours booked independently.

MSC Cruises Sued for Trip-and-Fall Injury Aboard MSC Seashore

A Florida resident has filed a federal lawsuit against MSC Cruises, S.A., alleging that he suffered a severe trip-and-fall accident aboard the MSC Seashore due to an unmarked and dangerous metal threshold. The case, Robert McLaren v. MSC Cruises, S.A. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20477), highlights passenger safety concerns related to ship design, maintenance failures, and the cruise line’s alleged negligence in failing to warn passengers of known hazards.

Implications for Cruise Passenger Safety

This lawsuit raises serious concerns about cruise ship walkway safety, particularly regarding:

• How cruise lines handle known tripping hazards in high-traffic areas.
• Whether cruise lines should be required to conduct more frequent inspections of thresholds and markings.
• What legal obligations cruise lines have when they are aware of prior similar accidents.

If successful, this case could set a precedent for holding cruise lines accountable for failing to address hazardous conditions in common passenger areas.

What’s Next?

McLaren’s case will likely focus on whether MSC Cruises had prior knowledge of the hazard and whether its failure to act constitutes negligence.

Will MSC argue that McLaren should have been more cautious, or will this case expose a pattern of inadequate maintenance and passenger safety concerns aboard MSC ships?

Florida passenger injured on MSC Cruise Over Broken Staircase on MSC Magnifica

A Florida resident has filed a federal lawsuit against MSC Cruises, S.A., alleging that she suffered serious injuries after falling on a defective and poorly maintained staircase aboard the MSC Magnifica. The case, Maria Elsa Rodriguez v. MSC Cruises, S.A. (Case No. 0:25-cv-60175), raises critical concerns about cruise ship maintenance, passenger safety, and the cruise line’s responsibility to prevent hazardous conditions.

Background of the Case

The Complaint alleges that on February 4, 2024, Maria Elsa Rodriguez, a fare-paying passenger and resident of Florida, was aboard the MSC Magnifica when she attempted to descend a staircase leading to the ship’s jacuzzi area. According to the lawsuit, the staircase was in a defective, broken, and poorly maintained condition, causing Rodriguez to lose her footing and suffer a severe fall.

The lawsuit alleges that MSC Cruises failed to properly inspect and maintain the stairway, despite knowing that the jacuzzi area was a high-traffic zone subject to wear and tear. Rodriguez asserts that the hazardous condition was not open and obvious to passengers, making it an unreasonable and concealed danger.

Implications for Cruise Passenger Safety

This lawsuit raises serious concerns about cruise ship safety, particularly regarding:

• How cruise lines manage maintenance and repairs of public areas.
• Whether cruise ships should be required to inspect staircases more frequently.
• What legal obligations cruise lines have when they are aware of prior similar accidents.

If successful, this case could force MSC Cruises and other cruise lines to reassess how they inspect, maintain, and warn passengers about stairway hazards.

What’s Next?

Rodriguez’s case will likely focus on whether MSC Cruises had prior knowledge of the dangerous staircase and failed to act.

Will MSC Cruises argue that Rodriguez should have been more careful, or will this case expose widespread maintenance issues across MSC’s fleet?

Norwegian Cruise Line Sued for Slip-and-Fall Injury Aboard Norwegian Jade

A Florida resident has filed a federal lawsuit against NCL (Bahamas) Ltd., alleging that she suffered serious injuries after slipping on a recently mopped but unmarked wet floor aboard the Norwegian Jade. The case, Kristina Watson v. NCL (Bahamas) Ltd. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20540), raises critical concerns about cruise ship safety protocols, maintenance practices, and failure to warn passengers about hazardous conditions.

Background of the Case

On February 23, 2024, Kristina Watson, a fare-paying passenger and resident of Florida, was aboard the Norwegian Jade during a seven-day Caribbean cruise that had departed from Miami, Florida. On that morning, Watson was walking through the Garden Café on Deck 12, heading toward the coffee shop to meet friends.

Unbeknownst to Watson, a Norwegian Cruise Line employee had recently mopped the tile flooring in the walkway area, leaving the surface extremely slippery and hazardous. However, the employee failed to place any warning signs, cordon off the area, or take any safety measures to prevent passengers from stepping onto the wet floor.

As Watson walked through the café, she slipped on the slick tile surface and fell hard to the ground, suffering severe knee injuries and other bodily harm.

Implications for Cruise Passenger Safety

This lawsuit highlights critical safety concerns for cruise ship passengers, particularly regarding:

• Whether cruise lines should implement stricter safety protocols for mopping and cleaning high-traffic areas.
• If additional warning systems should be mandated to prevent slip-and-fall injuries at sea.
• How cruise lines document and respond to prior passenger injury claims.

What’s Next?

Watson’s case will likely focus on whether Norwegian Cruise Line had prior knowledge of the slip-and-fall risks in its buffet areas and whether its failure to warn and maintain safe conditions constitutes negligence.

Will NCL argue that Watson should have been more cautious, or will this case expose broader safety issues regarding the cruise line’s maintenance policies?

With slip-and-fall injuries remaining one of the most common causes of cruise passenger lawsuits, this case could set an important legal precedent for future maritime injury claims.

Maryland Passenger sues Norwegian Cruise Line for Slip-and-Fall at Water Slide Exit Aboard Norwegian Viva

A Maryland resident has filed a federal lawsuit against NCL (Bahamas) Ltd., alleging that she suffered a severe slip-and-fall injury at the exit of a water slide aboard the Norwegian Viva. The case, Megan Dingus v. NCL (Bahamas) Ltd. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20532), highlights serious safety concerns regarding wet and slippery conditions near cruise ship water attractions and the cruise line’s failure to prevent foreseeable passenger injuries.

Background of the Case

On December 31, 2023, Megan Dingus, a fare-paying passenger and resident of Maryland, was aboard the Norwegian Viva when she slipped and fell at the bottom of an outdoor staircase leading from Deck 18 to Deck 17, near the exit of The Wave, a high-speed waterslide.

According to the lawsuit, water frequently accumulates at the bottom of this staircase due to passengers exiting the waterslide in wet swimsuits. Dingus alleges that NCL failed to take reasonable steps to prevent slip-and-fall hazards in this high-risk area, leading to her serious fall and resulting injuries.

Implications for Cruise Passenger Safety

This case raises serious safety concerns regarding water attractions aboard cruise ships, particularly regarding:

• Whether cruise lines should be required to install proper drainage systems in high-risk areas.
• If additional warning signs and safety measures should be mandated around water attractions.
• How cruise lines document and respond to prior passenger injury claims related to wet surfaces.

What’s Next?

Dingus’s case will likely focus on whether Norwegian Cruise Line had prior knowledge of the hazardous conditions near The Wave waterslide exit and whether its failure to warn and maintain safe conditions constitutes negligence.

Will NCL argue that Dingus should have been more cautious, or will this case expose systemic safety failures in the cruise line’s maintenance policies?

Norwegian Cruise Line Sued Over Dangerous Pool Entry on Norwegian Epic

A Florida resident has filed a federal lawsuit against NCL (Bahamas) Ltd., alleging that he suffered severe injuries due to a hazardous and poorly designed pool entry aboard the Norwegian Epic. The case, Lee Heinzelmann v. NCL (Bahamas) Ltd. (Case No. 1:25-cv-20530), raises critical concerns about cruise ship design flaws, maintenance failures, and the lack of adequate warnings regarding hidden dangers in onboard pools.

Background of the Case

The Complaint alleges that on on March 17, 2024, Lee Heinzelmann, a fare-paying passenger and resident of Orlando, Florida, boarded the Norwegian Epic for a seven-night cruise. That evening, Heinzelmann entered the therapy pool within the ship’s spa area, believing there was only a single step down into the water.

However, the entry into the pool was actually a multi-step ladder, which was not clearly visible due to poor lighting and the movement of the water. The lawsuit alleges that the design of the pool entry was misleading, making it appear as though there was only one step, when in reality, there were multiple steps leading into the pool.

As Heinzelmann attempted to step down, he missed the second step, fell forward into the pool, and struck his right foot on the bottom step of the ladder, sustaining severe injuries.

Implications for Cruise Passenger Safety

This lawsuit raises serious safety concerns for cruise ship passengers, particularly regarding:

• Whether cruise lines should redesign pool entries to prevent missteps.
• If additional signage and safety markers should be mandatory in spa and pool areas.
• How cruise lines handle passenger injury claims related to pool design and maintenance.

What’s Next?

Heinzelmann’s case will likely focus on whether Norwegian Cruise Line had prior knowledge of the hazard and whether its failure to warn and maintain safe conditions constitutes negligence.

Will NCL argue that Heinzelmann should have been more careful, or will this case expose broader safety concerns related to the design of onboard pools and spas?

New York Passenger Sues Carnival Cruise Line Over Slip-and-Fall in Dining Room Aboard Carnival Liberty

A New York resident has filed a federal lawsuit against Carnival Corporation, alleging that she suffered a severe slip-and-fall injury in the Silver Olympian Dining Room aboard the Carnival Liberty. The case, Ana Martinez v. Carnival Corporation (Case No. 1:25-cv-20551), highlights significant concerns about cruise ship safety, maintenance procedures, and Carnival’s alleged failure to address known hazardous conditions.

Background of the Case

On February 10, 2024, Ana Martinez, a fare-paying passenger and resident of the Bronx, New York, was aboard the Carnival Liberty when she slipped and fell in the Silver Olympian Dining Room on Deck 4. According to the lawsuit, Martinez encountered an unmarked wet and slippery surface, which turned out to be a large puddle of bile vomit that had accumulated in a high-traffic area near the dining room entrance. The lawsuit asserts that Carnival failed to clean the spill, place proper warning signs, or implement timely safety measures, leading to Martinez’s fall and serious injuries.

The lawsuit alleges that Carnival knew or should have known about the dangers posed by wet and slippery flooring in high-traffic areas, yet failed to take reasonable steps to mitigate these risks.

What’s Next?

Martinez’s case will likely focus on whether Carnival had prior knowledge of the hazardous condition and whether its failure to maintain safe conditions constitutes negligence.

Will Carnival argue that Martinez should have been more careful, or will this case expose systemic failures in cruise ship maintenance?

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Oregon Passenger Sues Carnival Cruise Line Over Slip-and-Fall Near Ice Cream Machine on Carnival Dream

An Oregon resident has filed a federal lawsuit against Carnival Corporation, alleging that she suffered a serious slip-and-fall injury due to hazardous flooring conditions aboard the Carnival Dream. The case, Susanne Helen Lively Solano v. Carnival Corporation (Case No. 1:25-cv-20535), highlights ongoing concerns about passenger safety and slip-and-fall risks in high-traffic areas on cruise ships.

Background of the Case

On February 11, 2024, Susanne Helen Lively Solano, a fare-paying passenger and resident of Oregon, was aboard the Carnival Dream for a multi-day cruise. While walking on the Lido Deck (Deck 10) near the Swirls ice cream machines, she encountered a dangerously slippery tile floor. Without warning signs or slip-resistant flooring in place, Solano slipped and fell unexpectedly, suffering severe injuries.

The lawsuit alleges that Carnival was negligent in failing to maintain the deck in a reasonably safe condition, failing to inspect for hazards, and failing to warn passengers about the risk of slipping in this high-traffic area.

Legal Claims Against Carnival

Solano’s lawsuit includes multiple negligence claims, arguing that Carnival:

• Failed to properly maintain and inspect the Lido Deck flooring.
• Neglected to install warning signs or slip-resistant surfaces in a known high-risk area.
• Failed to adequately train crew members to identify and address hazardous conditions.
• Knew or should have known about the dangerous condition due to past similar incidents.

As a result of the fall, Solano suffered severe and permanent bodily injuries, including pain, impairment, and emotional distress. She is seeking compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and damages related to her injuries.

Implications for Cruise Passenger Safety

This case raises important safety concerns about slip-and-fall hazards aboard cruise ships, particularly in areas where passengers frequently encounter water or spills. If successful, this lawsuit could pressure Carnival and other cruise lines to:

• Improve safety measures around buffet and dining areas.
• Implement better flooring materials designed to prevent slips and falls.
• Increase crew inspections and hazard mitigation efforts in high-traffic zones.

What’s Next?

Solano’s case will likely focus on whether Carnival was aware of the slipping hazard and whether its failure to address the issue constitutes negligence. Will Carnival argue that the Plaintiff was responsible for her own fall, or will this case reveal systemic safety failures aboard its ships?

Key Takeaways from This Week’s Cases

• Passenger Injuries at Water Attractions – Lawsuits against Norwegian Cruise Line and MSC Cruises focus on incidents involving waterslides, zip lines, and pool decks, where wet and slippery surfaces allegedly led to severe falls and injuries.
• Negligence in Cruise-Sponsored Excursions – A lawsuit against MSC Cruises raises concerns about excursion safety, alleging that the cruise line failed to ensure proper supervision at a zip-lining excursion, resulting in a dangerous collision and serious injuries.
• Recurring Slip-and-Fall Claims – Multiple lawsuits against Carnival Cruise Line and Celebrity Cruises cite hazardous deck conditions, poorly maintained staircases, and negligent warning systems, arguing that passengers should have been warned about known risks.

These lawsuits underscore the importance of safety protocols aboard cruise ships and in cruise-sponsored excursions. With passenger injury claims becoming increasingly common, the cruise industry may face growing pressure to improve hazard prevention, provide better warnings for passengers, and tighten oversight of excursions sold through their platforms.

As these cases progress in court, will the cruise lines take responsibility for passenger safety lapses, or will they continue to fight liability claims? Stay tuned for more updates in Cruise Line Lawsuit Weekly as we track the latest legal battles shaping the future of maritime law and passenger rights.