If you’ve been injured on a cruise ship, ferry, yacht, or any other vessel, understanding your rights and legal options is crucial. Maritime law is complex, and cruise/ferry lines often impose strict limitations on passengers’ ability to file claims. At Latti Associates LLC, we specialize in helping injured passengers navigate these challenges and secure the compensation they deserve. With over 60 years of experience, our maritime attorneys are here to guide you every step of the way.
At Latti Associates LLC, we’re here to help you understand your legal options and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Yes, you can sue either the operator and/or owner of a vessel for injuries caused by its negligence. However, maritime law governs these cases, requiring specialized legal expertise. Common causes of cruise, ferry passenger injuries include:
· Lack of non skid on skid on surfaces
· Doors, elevators, equipment not working properly
· Injuries due to bad weather
· Failure to follow safety procedures and protocals
· Recreational Accidents: Injuries during excursions or onboard activities.
Proving negligence involves demonstrating that the owner and/or operator of the cruise, ferry or vessel failed to use reasonable care.
If you’ve been injured at sea as a passenger, remember to document everything from your injuries, to the conditions surrounding the incident, and even include any communication with the crew. In addition:
1. Seek Medical Attention: Document your injuries and obtain medical records.
2. Report the Incident: Notify the ship’s crew and request a copy of the incident report and don’t leave without it.
3. Preserve Evidence: Take photos, gather witness statements, and keep all related documents.
4. Consult an Attorney: Contact a maritime lawyer to review your case and ensure compliance with legal deadlines. At Latti Associates LLC, we’re here to help you understand your legal options and fight for the compensation you deserve.
As a passenger on a cruise, ferry or excursion the ticket often includes specific conditions and limitations in their passenger tickets. These may require:
If you no longer have your ticket, these conditions are often available on the vessel’s website or vessel’s operator’s website. Missing these deadlines can bar you from pursuing your claim, so it’s crucial to act quickly.
Yes, injured passengers can receive compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, future lost wages, pain and suffering and mental anguish and physical disfigurement.
However, strict deadlines and legal complexities make it essential to act quickly and consult an experienced attorney.
Don’t settle for less than you deserve. Cruise, Ferry and Excursion lines have teams of lawyers working to minimize their liability. An experienced maritime attorney can help you understand your rights, navigate the complexities of maritime law, and build a strong case to secure maximum compensation.
With over 60 years of experience, Latti Associates LLC has helped injured passengers nationwide. Don’t let legal complexities or tight deadlines prevent you from seeking justice. Contact us today for a free case review. We work on a contingency basis—no fees unless we win.
