Before embarking on a cruise ship you have to think about safety measures you should implement and the legal issues regarding safety. When you board a ship in the United States, it does not necessarily mean you have all of the legal protection as if you were on land. As well, once at sea, U.S. laws … [Read more...]

A fire on board a Norwegian cruise liner has killed two people, injured at least nine, and forced the evacuation of 260 others on Thursday, September 15, as the cruise liner operating on a popular route along Norway's craggy coast. Police said they received information that an additional four … [Read more...]

Before going on a cruise, it is important to be aware of your legal rights, in the event of an injury or accident. The below cruise line news story highlights the importance of enlisting the services of an attorney specializing in maritime law and for any incident that may occur while aboard a … [Read more...]

Cruise Ship Passengers Evacuated Recently, 741 passengers and crew members were evacuated from the Ocean Star Pacific after a fire broke out on one of the ship's generators. The vessel is now owned and operated by Ocean Star Cruises, a newly-formed cruise line based in Mexico. The fire shut down … [Read more...]

A vacation on a cruise ship should be about fun and relaxation. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Sometimes a passenger can be injured on a cruise ship resulting from the negligence of another party associated with the cruise ship. Incidents that can happen on a cruise ship can include: … [Read more...]