Ocala Cruise Ship Accident Lawyer

You’ve spent months saving, days packing, and years looking forward to a cruise vacation, but your joyous experience can quickly turn tragic if you or a family member suffers injuries in an accident. You probably know that you have options to recover compensation for your losses. What you may not realize that your legal remedies are far more complex than injury-causing incidents on land.Fortunately, our Ocala cruise ship accident lawyers at the Glover Law Firm do have the skills and experience to pursue all options available to injured victims. The relevant concepts regarding these incidents are very distinct and detailed, requiring in-depth knowledge of the applicable laws. Please contact our office in Ocala, FL to schedule a free case evaluation with a member of our team today. We also take cruise ship injury cases at our law office in The Villages as well. Some background information may also be helpful.

Common Types of Cruise Ship Accidents: Amenities and activities abound on a cruise, but these enjoyable experiences harbor hazards that can lead to injury-causing accidents. Passengers are frequently hurt through:

• Slips, trips, and falls on slick decking, stairs, and common areas;
• Accidents around swimming pools and water attractions;
• Food poisoning at ship restaurants;
• Recreational activities, both on-board and during shore excursions;
• Sexual assault; and,
• Many other hazards. 

Complex Liability Issues in Cruise Ship Accidents: All personal injury matters carry some complications, but there are extremely convoluted legal concepts involved with cruise ships. These claims fall under the legal field of maritime law, which is different from state liability concepts. Plus, your rights and remedies are defined by the terms and conditions of your contract for passage.

One important factor to note is that the deadlines for taking action after a cruise ship accident are much shorter than state statutes of limitations. For instance, under Florida law, you have four years to file a lawsuit in personal injury cases. Cruise contracts typically incorporate deadlines that are much shorter, but they must still comply with the statute of limitations in the US Code on maritime liability: A cruise line must give you at least six months to provide notice regarding a personal injury claim, and you have at least one year to file a lawsuit in court. 

Recover Compensation for Your Losses: In a successful claim, you may qualify to obtain monetary damages for a wide range of losses. For example, it’s possible to recover:

• Reimbursement of cruise costs;
• Medical expenses for treatment of your injuries;
• Lost wages when you’re forced to take time off work;
• Pain and suffering;
• Emotional distress; and,
• Losses based upon how your injuries affect your life and personal relationships. 

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“Gordon is professional, patient, kind, and knowledgeable. From the first encounter I had with him, he was very kind and attentive. He was responsive throughout the entire process and consistently advocated for me. I would recommend him to anyone in need of legal counsel, as I had a very pleasant experience with him.”

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Contact Our Ocala Cruise Accident Lawyers to Set Up Your No-Cost Consultation

If you were injured in a cruise ship accident, solid legal representation is essential for getting the highest compensation available by law. You put your rights at risk if you attempt to seek your legal remedies on your own, so trust our experienced Ocala cruise ship accident attorneys at the Glover Law Firm to advocate on your behalf. To learn more about your options, please contact our Ocala office. You can schedule a free case evaluation by calling 352-484-0775 or using our contact form.