Can I Sue Disney Cruises for an Accident?

You could sue for the accident if you or a loved one suffered an injury while on a Disney Cruises trip. You must prove the cruise liner was negligent in causing your accident and resulting injuries. Doing so can be difficult alone.

However, when a Florida cruise ship accident lawyer represents you, they can help you build your case and prove your right to compensation. 

A lawyer will be familiar with cases like yours and can deal with the insurance company and its investigators and adjusters. Most personal injury attorneys will not charge any upfront fees and only receive compensation if they win your case. This fee structure means you can start pursuing the insurance company immediately for the monetary compensation you need and deserve. 

Financial Recovery for Disney Cruise Accident Victims

An accident on a cruise ship can have immediate and far-reaching consequences—not only financial but also psychological. To alleviate the monetary burden caused by another person or entity’s negligence, your lawyer will request the following types of damages: 

• Past and future medical bills
• Past and future income loss
• Loss of future earning capacity
• Personal property damage or loss
• Physical disability or disfigurement
• Ongoing physical pain and suffering
• Lasting mental and emotional trauma

Did your family lose a loved one in a Disney Cruises accident? If so, you have our sincerest condolences. A wrongful death lawyer can help you recover damages, such as funeral and burial expenses and the loss of your family member’s domestic and financial contributions.

Frequently Reported Accidents on Disney Cruises and Shore Excursions

Cruise ships are boisterous places, bustling with activity with lots of moving parts and equipment and people of all ages. These loud and confusing conditions can sometimes lead to harrowing accidents. Some commonly reported accidents among cruise ship passengers include the following:

• Accidental drownings
• Diseases
• Falls overboard
• Food poisoning
• Physical assault
• Shore excursion accidents
• Slip and fall accidents
• Swimming pool accidents

It matters how you sustained your injury during a Disney cruise. Your lawyer will investigate your accident to uncover its precise cause and prove the negligence that entitles you to compensation.

The Benefits of Hiring a Disney Cruises Accident Lawyer to Manage Your Case

You could attempt to deal with Disney Cruise Line or its insurance company on your own after an accident during your trip. However, when you hire a lawyer to represent you, they will take all of the following actions on your behalf:

• Identify the at-fault party or parties
• Build a compelling evidence file
• Complete and submit all required paperwork
• Address your case-related questions 
• Provide ongoing updates on your case
• Negotiate a favorable monetary settlement

Your lawyer will also handle all communication related to your case, including phone calls, emails, and written correspondence with insurance adjusters and defense lawyers. While we focus on building your case, you can focus on getting better. 

Your Lawyer Will Identify and Document Cruise Line Negligence

To sue Disney Cruises for an accident during your voyage, you must prove its negligent action caused your accident and resulting injuries. Your lawyer will establish its negligence by documenting the following elements:

Duty of care

• Breach or duty
• Causation
• Damages

Moreover, the cruise liner may not be the only at-fault party. For instance, shore excursion accidents could result from third-party actions. Your lawyer will collect evidence that proves negligence and use it to pursue one or more at-fault parties and their insurance companies. 

Evidence Your Legal Team Will Collect to Support Your Compensation Request

Investigating your accident and collecting evidence can be challenging in cruise ship accident cases since your lawyer can only start preparing your case once the ship returns to port. Their investigation could involve gathering the following evidence:

• Medical records that describe your injuries and their cause
• Any first-aid or other medical records generated while onboard
• Employment history records proving the value of your lost wages
• Witness statements from fellow cruisers or cruise line employees
• Photos and videos from ship cameras and passenger smartphones

Preserve any evidence you collect at the time of the accident and share it with your attorney as soon as possible. They will handle all other evidence collection rather than taxing you or your family with this potentially daunting task.

Pay Nothing Out of Pocket to Pursue Financial Compensation

No one should forego legal service and support when they need it most. When most cruise ship accident lawyers accept your case, they will not request a retainer, charge hourly fees, or ask for anything upfront. Instead, they will cover all the costs of building your case, including the following:

• Court filing fees
• Expert consultations
• Discovery costs 
• Deposition expenses
• Investigative costs
• Documentation costs

Hiring a law firm in your area is risk-free and could greatly benefit your injury claim. They will accept a percentage of your financial recovery as compensation—but if your case doesn’t result in a monetary award, you will not owe the law firm any legal or attorney’s fees. 

File Your Personal Injury or Wrongful Death Lawsuit on Time

You generally have two years to file your personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, according to Florida Statutes § 95.11. If you do not file your lawsuit on time, you could be barred from filing it. The insurance company will also cease negotiations, having no incentive to improve any offer it might have made.

Either of these outcomes could mean you will have no further legal recourse that compels the at-fault party to compensate you. Your lawyer will help you interpret the statute of limitations and any other notification or filing deadlines. 

Get a Free Strategy Session for Your Disney Cruise Line Accident Case

If you or a loved one suffered an injury in an accident while on a Disney Cruises trip, you could sue the cruise liner for compensation. Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers will investigate your accident, collect supporting evidence, and take on the insurance company on your behalf. Our family will work with your family to get your money faster.

Please find out how hard we will fight for your family. Contact our consultation team today to get started.