It takes hundreds of different professionals to effectively operate a cruise ship. From chefs and maintenance professionals to security workers, there are dozens of different types of workers employed on cruise ships. Cruise ship employees enjoy travel to exciting...
Cruise Ship Injuries
Taking action when a dream cruise turns into a nightmare
A cruise is the ultimate vacation for many adults. Many cruises offer all-inclusive packages that can be quite cost-effective while simultaneously taking the pressure of planning for daily needs off of vacationers. Instead of needing to investigate restaurants and...
Cruise Passenger Dies After Jumping Off Pier
New York residents who take cruise vacations often purchase travel health insurance, but this coverage does them little good if there are no doctors available to deal with medical emergencies. This is what appears to have happened when a cruise ship visited the...
Deadly Cruise Ship Accidents In Antarctica Spark Investigations
Passengers boarding cruise ships in New York City and at other ports don't embark while worrying about potential dangers. Instead, they anticipate relaxing days at sea and fascinating ports. An increasing number of cruise lines are offering passengers journeys to...
Avoiding cruise ship illnesses
Cruise ship workers often get ill while on ships that embark from the New York City area. This occupation might seem glamorous, but there are risks. One of them is catching certain illnesses. Learning about common cruise ship illnesses can help you guard your health...
Do cruise ships in New York have to stop if you fall?
New Yorkers going on a cruise are filled with excitement at the prospect. But with the excitement comes the worry about accidents. We’ve all seen the scene in a comedy show or cartoon. After losing their balance in a hilarious fashion, the character falls off the edge...
When passengers fall overboard on cruise ships
While on a cruise in New York, you might hear that there is a man overboard. This phrase typically means that a person has fallen over the side of the ship. As soon as this happens, there are procedures that are followed in order to try to get the person out of the...
Cruise ship incidents and compensation
Booking a trip on a cruise ship has long been popular for New York residents. When traveling, vacationers may benefit from being alert to accident risks. People can get hurt when sailing on a cruise ship, and some incidents could lead to litigation. As with many...
What are the dangers of cruise ships?
If you’re like many New Yorkers, you enjoy an occasional cruise during your vacation time. However, it’s important to stay safe to have the best time on the ship. What are common dangers on cruise ships? Certain dangers are common on cruises. Because the ship is...
Cruise ship lawsuits are on the rise across the nation
Many New York residents enjoy taking cruises, though there is always the risk of illness or injury while on the ship. In some cases, cruisers have reported receiving substandard care from cruise ship medical staff. Maritime courts have traditionally held that the...