Lambrou Law PLLC prioritizes our clients and never backs down from a challenge. Our unwavering commitment to our clients leads us to fight for them so they are treated fairly aggressively. We have access to an extensive network of rofessional experts, allowing us to provide our clients with a greater depth and breadth of service and legal action. When trying to figure out how to get compensation for their cruise ship accident injuries, our clients are in good hands with us.
We hold cruise lines accountable and fight for justice
Cruise lines are supposed to report any passenger incident after it occurs, according to the Cruise Lines International Association. They should also identify and offer injury assistance and contact emergency responders. If the cruise line failed to provide these services to you or contributed to your accident in another way, they or another applicable party may be held responsible. Lambrou Law PLLC can help you navigate the intricacies of these accidents if you suffer injuries while vacationing on a cruise ship.
A cruise accident lawyer with a thorough knowledge of maritime law can navigate the various complex laws and regulations that affect and govern cruise ship liability. At Lambrou Law PLLC, we ensure cruise ships are held accountable and demand justice for any wrongs committed against you. You do not have to suffer alone.
National accolades highlight our commitment to client results
When you hire Lambrou Law PLLC, you get award-winning legal services to handle your case. Collectively, our team has decades of experience and brings that knowledge and skill to every case we take on. We have received national recognition for our commitment to our clients, including:
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers — National Trial Lawyers
- AV® Preeminent™ Rating — Martindale-Hubbell®
- Featured in Super Lawyers
- Ranked as a Top Firm in America
We provide comprehensive legal support for all types of cruise ship injury cases
From illness to injuries, various accidents can occur aboard a cruise ship, quickly ruining your vacation or even threatening your health. Given the unique laws that apply to cruise ships, hiring legal representation as soon as possible is in your best interest. Some common types of accidents that happen on cruise ships can include:
- Falling overboard
- Swimming pool accidents
- Food poisoning
- Slip and fall
- Medical malpractice
- Assault
In any of these cruise ship accidents, you will want a skilled legal navigator to be your advocate. A cruise ship accident lawyer will thoroughly investigate your injuries and the cause of the accident, aggressively fighting to get the maximum compensation you are entitled to. They will consider all the options before you in order to use the right strategies in your case.
Our cruise ship accident attorneys understand the regulatory, safety, and health legalities at sea
Cruise ships are subject to stringent oversight and cruise industry regulation. They must undergo thorough inspections and training by various regulatory bodies that ensure the health, safety, and security of crew and passengers alike. They must also comply with three different vital elements that are governed by international law requirements:
- Port states – Domestic or international waters that a cruise ship visits on their voyage. Each country and state has the right and authority to regulate, inspect, and enforce laws that apply to its jurisdiction.
- Countries of registration / Flag state – The country with which a cruise ship is registered. They may inspect ships and actively work to regularly enforce compliance with all relevant national and international regulations.
- Classification societies – Independent agencies that handle inspections and set strict regulations for environmental and safety precautions. These agencies ensure that owners of cruise ships, other maritime members, and insurance companies all act in alignment with all applicable requirements.
Additionally, safety at sea is of the utmost priority. Every precaution to protect passengers is taken by implementing thorough training regimens, strict regulations, and ongoing improvements. A staunch commitment to public health and medical safety is also a significant part in the effort to prevent harm to passengers. Sanitation, screenings and inspections, staff training and medical facilities are all included in efforts to create a safe and healthy environment for cruise-goers.
How maritime structures and compliance failure can impact the outcome of your case
Due to all of the regulations, regulatory bodies, and international considerations involved in the operations of a cruise ship, identifying which parties are liable is best left to a cruise ship accident attorney. Their knowledge of how different laws and requirements can impact the degree of liability in legal cases can determine what rights and actions are available to you when seeking reparation. Depending on your situation, New York statutes or maritime laws may be applied to your case and can affect the outcome.
We answer common questions about cruise ship accidents
Get photographic and video evidence of the accident and your injuries if possible. Preserve any other relevant evidence you may need to reference or use to support your case once you are back on land. If other passengers and staff witnessed your accident, see if you can also get statements from them to corroborate your claim and the chain of events.
Additionally, you can—and should—file a report with security personnel on a cruise ship so there is an official record and report of the incident. When you get back to the city, contact New York City cruise ship accident attorneys to seek immediate legal advice and representation.
The statute of limitations in your case might vary depending on the location and jurisdiction of where the accident occurred. While New York laws may apply in some situations, others may be governed by maritime law or laws from the port or flag state. Sometimes, cruise lines may even set their statute of limitations by which you must comply. For starters, check the fine print on your cruise ticket. Talk to a New York City cruise accident lawyer to ensure clarity and accuracy.
The standard of proof in civil cases varies from that of criminal cases in sexual abuse. You must be able to prove that it is more likely than not that the abuse against you occurred. Evidence may include your testimony, witness testimony, medical records, prior similar acts, and police reports. This list is not conclusive of the evidence we may use to prove negligence.
When you work with a New York City cruise ship accident lawyer from Lambrou Law PLLC, they will establish that negligent actions led to your injuries. To do so, they will investigate and assert that a level of duty was owed to you, as a passenger, to prevent your harm and provide a reasonable response to any injuries you suffered.
Suppose any party in conjunction with the cruise line — whether by action or inaction — failed in their responsibility to keep you and other passengers safe. In that case, they may be held liable for negligent behavior. As laws governing negligence on cruise ships can vary, be sure to discuss the event in great detail with your New York City cruise ship accident attorney to see what your options are and what actions you may or may not be able to take.
At Lambrou Law PLLC, we strive to make legal representation as accessible as possible for our clients. That said, we offer all our clients the benefit of a contingency fee structure. This means you do not have to pay any legal fees upfront. You only pay when we win and are awarded compensation for your claim. Talk to our team for more details about our billing structure.
We serve all five boroughs: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island.
Lambrou Law is ready to represent you
New York City cruise ship accident lawyers provide you with the best path toward compensation when you have been injured onboard a cruise ship. At Lambrou Law PLLC, we have high legal standards for our team, and we operate with the utmost compassion, work ethic, and determination to get all of our clients the justice they deserve.
When you contact Lambrou Law PLLC for a free consultation, you will receive top-tier service from our team of New York City cruise ship accident attorneys, and you can be assured that your case will be taken seriously. Contact us today by filling out the form online or calling us at (212) 285-2100.
Our legal services expand across the five boroughs of New York City: the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island.
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