Cruise Ship

Late last year a Florida man was sentenced to 10 years in prison following an arrest for cruise ship sexual assault earlier in the year.  23 year old Brian Holland was arrested in February 2018 after he sexually assaulted a teenage woman while the two were in a hot tub aboard the Carnival Elation cruise…

Two of the major cruise travel related headlines this week related to couples being left by cruise ships in foreign countries. And though the circumstances surrounding the incidences could not have been more different, together they teach an important lesson about cruise travel. Earlier this week we reported on the Palks, who were abandoned in…

After being the victim of an accident aboard a cruise ship, or suffering a cruise ship sexual assault, many people rightfully believe that the cruise company may be responsible for their injuries. They wish to hold the company accountable, to seek justice, and to recover the compensation they need in order to attempt to put…

Yesterday we blogged about Carol and Bertram Palk, who were left stranded in Mexico by a cruise company while Carol was suffering a medical emergency. This is not the first time a cruise passenger has reported being stranded, but why do cruise companies do this? Cruise companies, such as Royal Caribbean which kicked the Palks…

When Carol Palk noticed blood in her stool while sailing on the Royal Caribbean Allure of the Seas cruise ship last month, she suspected that she may have been suffering from a bleeding ulcer. Concerned, she visited the ship’s infirmary for help. Palk was not able to see a doctor that day due to an…

Last week we covered the Norwegian Epic’s fated Caribbean voyage, in which the ship struck a mooring while pulling into port a Puerto Rico. After returning home, the passengers from the ship began to tell their stories.  A group of Minnesotans who were aboard the ship talked to a local news station, telling how some…

In recent weeks the cruise industry has suffered a number of negative news stories. Perhaps the most concerning of the incidences, until now, was when a cruise ship struck a pier in Puerto Rico. The ship was initially en route to the British Virgin Islands when it began to suffer mechanical issues. After the ship…

Cruise lines offer a variety of options for cruise ship tickets and deals, giving you beautiful sunsets and activities for all ages. Passengers board cruise ships wide-eyed and ready to relax, but these common dangers may cause injury or illness before the fun even begins. Learn more in the SlideShare below and contact our cruise…

The Norwegian Epic cruise ship is set to sail again. Last week the Norwegian Epic suffered a mechanical problem that cause it to divert from its itinerary and dock at Puerto Rico. As the ship pulled into port it struck a mooring, leaving a deep gash in the hull.  Now, despite the setbacks, the Norwegian…

A new viral video shows a couple being left behind as their cruise ship sets sail without them.  The video shows the couple looking on as the ship pulled out of dock at Nassau, Bahamas on February 15th. There are reports that the ship may have waited up to 20 minutes for late passengers, but…

The Norwegian Cruise Line ship that crashed into a pier earlier this week returned to port in Florida yesterday, capping a voyage that the ship’s passengers are likely to never forget.  NBC-2.com WBBH News for Fort Myers, Cape Coral & Naples, Florida The Norwegian Epic was originally on its way to the British Virgin Islands…

The bad news keeps coming for the cruise industry this week, after a cruise ship was denied entry into Cuba today.   The ship, the Grand Classica, was denied entry into Cuba after sailing out of the Port of Palm Beach on its maiden voyage to the island.  NBC News reports that many people aboard…

Newsweek is reporting that a former cheerleading coach has been convicted of cruise ship sexual assault.  The incident occurred in 2015 when Anthony Paul De La Torriente, of California, was traveling to Ensenada, Mexico a group of coworkers, including the 20 year old victim. The report says that both were working for a California based…

What caused the Norwegian Epic cruise ship to crash into a pier? According to the Daily Mail, the ship was on its way from Florida to the British Virgin Islands when it suffered from a mechanical issued on the third day of the seven day voyage. The ship’s captain directed the vessel toward Puerto Rico,…

A cruise ship crashed into moorings this week, shocking travelers and raising questions about cruise ship safety. The Miami Herald reports that the 4,100 passenger Norwegian Epic crashed into a mooring in San Juan, Puerto Rico yesterday. The ship had not been schedule to dock at San Juan, but was diverted to Puerto Rico after…

Cruise ship passengers were surprised to see smoke billowing in the corridors of their ship yesterday, causing a panic. Passengers aboard the 3,000 passenger Carnival Sensation reported seeing smoke aboard the ship, causing many to believe that a fire had broken out.  Local10.com reports that crew members wearing fire gear responded to the area where…

A cruise ship passenger was evacuated from the vessel on which she was siling Sunday, after suffering a head injury while sailing on the ship. Newsweek.com reports that the women, a U.S. citizen, was evacuated from the Viking Sun by the Chilean Navy after the 66 year-old victim suffered a deep cut to the head.…

Cruise Attorney Jack Hickey Talks Cruise Ship Sexual Assault Hickey Law FirmAttorney John H. (Jack) Hickey and his team handle a wide range of cases, including but not limited to cruise ship accidents, admiralty and maritime accident cases, medical malpractice, wrongful death, premises liability, railroad accidents and car accidents. We represent victims from all over…

Two days ago we covered the case of Lila Graciela Kohn Gale, who suffered a stroke while sailing with her husband and son aboard a Holland America cruise ship. After cruise authorities were notified of Gale’s medical emergency, the company failed to seek immediate medical attention for her, deciding not to call the Coast Guard…

A family is suing a cruise company after their loved one was severely mistreated while suffering a stroke aboard one of the company’s ships. EMS1.com reports that as Lila Kohn Gale was sailing on a Holland American cruise ship with her husband and son, she suddenly began suffering a stroke. After notifying ship authorities of…