South Florida is the cruise capital of the world. But for many Miami Gardens residents who set sail each year, a vacation ends in injury. If you were hurt on a cruise, the Miami Gardens cruise ship accident attorneys at Elliott Law Firm, PLLC can help you protect your rights and pursue full compensation from those responsible.
Contact our Miami Gardens personal injury lawyer today for a free consultation to discuss your legal options. We work on a contingency fee basis and only get paid if we win.
J. Christopher Elliott, Esq.
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J. Christopher “Chris” Elliott is a seasoned trial attorney with nearly two decades of courtroom experience, trusted by clients across Florida when their freedom, reputation, or future is on the line.
CLICK FOR A FREE CONSULTATIONWhy Hire Elliott Law Firm, PLLC for My Cruise Ship Injury Case?
Cruise injury claims run on maritime law and unforgiving contractual deadlines, so they call for a firm that knows how to move fast and fight a major cruise line.
Elliott Law Firm, PLLC has recovered over $50 million for injured clients across South Florida, and our Miami Gardens cruise ship accident lawyers can help you get the money you deserve.
Here’s what sets our team apart:
- More than 20 years of courtroom experience, led by a former prosecutor
- Over 5,000 cases handled on behalf of injured clients
- Recognition from the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the National Trial Lawyers
- A willingness to file in federal court and take a cruise line to trial
- No upfront cost, with contingency fees and free consultations
Call us today to schedule a free case review with an experienced Miami Gardens personal injury lawyer.
Should I Hire a Miami Gardens Lawyer Before a Cruise Injury Claim?
Yes, and quickly. Cruise lines write their ticket contracts to limit their exposure. They include many provisions that limit their liability, provide one-sided terms for claim resolution, and impose strict deadlines that can trip up your claim.
An attorney can protect you from those traps. Our team can:
- Review your cruise ticket for notice deadlines and filing requirements
- Preserve evidence such as incident reports, photos, and medical records
- Identify the correct court for taking legal action, which is often the federal court in Miami
- Prove the cruise line knew or should have known of the hazard that injured you
- Calculate the full value of your injuries and damages
- Handle all dealings with the cruise line and its insurers
Ready to learn more about how an attorney can help? Call our team today for assistance.
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Overview of Cruise Ship Liability in Florida
Cruise injuries are governed largely by federal maritime law rather than Florida law. A cruise line owes its passengers a duty of reasonable care under the circumstances. That means keeping the cruise ship reasonably safe.
To win your claim, you generally must show that the cruise line knew or should have known about a dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn you before an injury.
Most cruise tickets require you to give written notice of your claim within six months and to file suit within one year of the injury, far shorter than Florida’s usual deadlines. These contracts also typically require the lawsuit to be filed in a specific federal court (forum selection), usually in Miami, and may even include arbitration clauses. Because these terms are buried in the ticket, many passengers never realize the clock is running.
Common Types of Cruise Ship Injuries in Miami Gardens, Florida
Injuries at sea take many forms. Given that cruise ships are so large, they often mirror the common on-land injuries in personal injury cases.
Cruise ship accident cases are often based on:
- Slip and fall accidents on wet decks, stairs, and pool areas
- Food poisoning and norovirus outbreaks
- Injuries during shore excursions
- Assaults by crew members or other passengers
- Negligent medical care from the ship’s medical staff
- Injuries on water slides, rock walls, and other onboard attractions
- Wrongful deaths
If you suffered these or other injuries, you may have the right to seek compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Serving All Neighborhoods in Miami Gardens, Florida
Elliott Law Firm proudly represents injury victims throughout Miami Gardens and the surrounding communities. We are a local firm, and we make it a priority to serve local residents.
We represent clients throughout Miami Gardens, including individuals from:
- Andover
- Bunche Park
- Carol City
- Lake Lucerne
- Norland
- Scott Lake
- Vista Verde
- Monterey
- Coconut Cay
- Rainbow Park
Our firm also assists clients throughout Miami-Dade County and neighboring South Florida communities like Hollywood.
Contact a Miami Gardens Cruise Ship Accident Lawyer to Take Legal Action
The deadlines in a cruise claim are unforgiving, so do not wait to take legal action. Contact Elliott Law Firm, PLLC at (800) 300-0303 today for a free consultation. We can help you pursue accountability and full compensation for your injuries.