On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | Sep 5, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
Getting hurt on a cruise can ruin an otherwise enjoyable trip. Passengers on cruises look forward to relaxing, eating and checking out all that the luxury ships are supposed to offer. When people go on a cruise, they don’t expect to have to watch out for...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | Aug 14, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
There are different laws that govern injuries and accidents that happen offshore. People across Florida who are on a cruise ship or who work on an offshore vessel or oil rig may want to know that there are additional legal options in place for any person who is killed...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | Jul 26, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
As many people in Florida know, there are different laws that apply to injuries that happen offshore. Tourists who get sick or injured on a cruise ship or other vessel may be able to pursue compensation from cruise lines that are negligent in protecting passengers and...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | Jul 11, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
Since the tragic Costa Concordia accident, people in Florida and all over the world have been waiting for answers. The January maritime disaster has resulted in 32 fatalities and countless injuries. After the accident, the captain who was in charge during the cruise...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | Jun 20, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
Injuries and accidents that happen offshore, on a cruise ship for example, fall under a different set of laws. Maritime laws include special provisions for workers and tourists who are suffer a maritime injury. Some of these laws can be quite complex, however, and...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | May 24, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
Cruise ship operators and owners have come under the microscope lately for how well they adhere to safety protocols offshore. Until recently, some believed they could get away with having defective equipment, allowing dangerous situations onboard to persist and...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | May 9, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
Traveling on a cruise ship can be a relaxing, peaceful vacation for Florida residents. Many people board cruise ships hoping to enjoy themselves and the amenities offered on many of the ships. However, one woman’s vacation ended too quickly when she suffered...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | Apr 25, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
An alleged breakdown in communication is being blamed for an incident that led to the wrongful death of two fishermen in the Pacific Ocean. According to reports, a cruise ship may have violated maritime law when it failed to stop and provide aid to three men on a...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | Apr 4, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
When a person is offshore, there may be different laws applicable to certain situations. For instance, a Florida resident who is injured in a cruise ship accident may need to work with an attorney who thoroughly understands maritime law because there may be different...
On behalf of Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A. | Feb 21, 2012 | Cruise Ship Injuries
The cruise ship industry has been under the microscope since the devastating Costa Concordia wreck. While the investigation continues into the crash, others are taking a closer look at the safety precautions on all cruise ships. When a person experiences a cruise ship...
